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Step into a role where your planning expertise will guide meaningful change in our community - The Shire of Exmouth is seeking a proactive and knowledgeable Town Planner to join our Building and Planning team on a fixed-term full-time contract for a period of 12 months.
Reporting to the Chief Operations Officer, the Town Planner is accountable for, and delivery of the planning portfolios strategic and statutory land functions, appropriate planning legislation and reviewing the planning scheme, structure plan, local planning strategy and scheme amendments within the Shire of Exmouth to achieve sustainable development through economic growth, environmental and social development.
In the role of Town Planner, you will be responsible for all aspects of administering the Councils strategic and statutory use planning role and function in accordance with the Planning and Development Act 2005, Land Administration Act 1997 and Local Government Act 1995. You will assess and process development and subdivision applications in accordance with the Planning and Development Act 2005, the local planning framework and relevant legislation in accordance with delegate authority. You will assist and provide advice to the Council in any land development projects including identification, administration and release of land to meet future growth, development requirements and local government functions, and facilitate service delivery by the Shire of Exmouth and Council in Planning, Land Use, Development and Crown Land Administration programmes in endeavouring to achieve the most sustainable outcome for the community from these processes.
Who are we looking for? We are looking for a driven and collaborative individual who is passionate about planning and development within a small community with well-developed interpersonal communication skills. You will be confident in maintaining and building positive relationships with government authorities, private stakeholders and the community.
You will have a tertiary qualification in Urban and Regional Planning or similar and/or relevant experience in planning with a minimum of 2 years at a similar level. You will have sound knowledge of and the ability to interpret legislation, local laws, regulations and acts.
What we offer: This position is classified as a Level 8 under the Shire of Exmouth Enterprise Agreement 2017, and comes with the following remuneration benefits;
· Base salary of $84,888 per annum
· Housing allowance of $15, 600 per annum or possibility of shared single housing.
· Location allowance of $1,955 per annum
· Up to 22% superannuation (includes co-contribution by you)
· Regular RDO's and 5-weeks annual leave per annum
· Eligibility for long service leave after 7 years of service (conditions apply), uniform allowance, employee assistance program and other well-being services.
How to apply: To access a full job description and application form please visit the Shire of Exmouth website at Submit your application form, resume and cover letter in Word or PDF outlining how you meet the requirements of the role to, no later than Wednesday, 24 September 2025. For enquiries about this position, please contact Ziggy Wilk, Chief Operations Officer, on
Ben Lewis
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
The Shire of Exmouth is an equal opportunity employer.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate they have or are able to secure accommodation in Exmouth.