Town Planner Cadet

Launch your career in Town Planning with this exciting temporary Town Planner Cadet opportunity.

Mildura, Victoria
• Cadet

• Full Time / Part Time / Temporary
• This role allows for flexible working arrangement inline with Council policy
• Job Number: R2662
• Applications Close: 4pm, Thursday 4 September 2025

Join a Council as our Cadet Town Planner, helping shape the future of Mildura. This is your chance to gain hands-on experience while studying towards a recognised planning qualification. If you're passionate about sustainable development, community engagement and making a real impact – this opportunity is for you

• Part Time or Full Time Employment while you study. Part time hours may be negotiated to accommodate your study load.
• Access to up to 10 paid study leave days per year to assist with meeting your course requirements.
• Supportive team and mentoring from experienced planners and industry experts
• Real-world experience while you study.
• Opportunities to attend tribunal hearings and contribute to planning reports.

As a Cadet Town Planner, you'll be part of a supportive and experienced statutory planning team, contributing to real-world planning projects while progressing through your studies. You'll assist in assessing planning applications, providing advice to developers and the public, and supporting the enforcement and development of planning controls under the Mildura Planning Scheme and relevant legislation.

This Cadetship is a two-year contract, with the ability to extend up to the successful completion of a recognised planning qualification.

As part of this role, the successful candidate will be eligible to apply, through Council, for the Regional Planning Cadet Program. This program provides funding to rural and regional councils to assist the cadet with tertiary tuition fees. The funding covers tuition for a planning course at an Australian tertiary institution, which may include an undergraduate certificate, graduate certificate, diploma, bachelor's degree, or master's degree

• Current or prospective enrolment in a recognised town planning or equivalent course
• A genuine interest in urban development and community planning
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Commitment to customer service and confidentiality
• Basic knowledge of planning legislation and procedures
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer systems
• A current driver's licence and willingness to obtain a Police Check

The position commences at Band 4 of Council's Current Enterprise Agreement ranging from $70,611 to $75,498 per annum. Upon completion of set milestones, the cadet will progress through to Band 5 ranging from $77,725 to $89,201 per annum, plus statutory superannuation.

• Flexible Work Arrangements (Work from Home, Flextime, Purchase of Additional Leave)
• Relocation Assistance available to support your move to the region
• Financial recognition upon successful annual performance review, including progression through banding structure or end-of-band bonus payment
• Study Support Program with Paid Study Leave and Financial Contribution to Qualification Fees
• Access to Flare Employee Benefits for savings on everyday living
• Learning and Professional Development Opportunities
• Support for Families: 16 weeks Paid Parental Leave or 32 weeks at Half Pay
• Bi-Annual Employee Recognition Celebration for Milestones and Achievements
• Discounted Health Insurance and Gym Memberships
• Free Counselling for Employees and Immediate Family Members

For a full list of council benefits please visit the website: https://www.mildura.vic.gov.au/Council/Careers/Employee-Benefits

Mildura Rural City Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a culture that values diversity. Applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities are encouraged. People with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds are welcome to apply. All applicants must have the right to work in Australia and will need to provide a Police Check prior to commencing employment. The Council is a Child Safe organisation; a Working with Children Check may be required, and a pre-employment medical check may be required.

Applying for this position

All applications must include a completed Job Application Form, a resume, and a covering letter. Applicants must address the key selection criteria to be considered.

Visit mildura.vic.gov.au/Jobs for the Position Description and Application Form, or call Human Resources on (03) 5018 8197.