Head of Strategic Planning, Place

7 months ago

Perth, Australia City of Armadale Full time

**Why You Will Be Excited About This Role**

As the Head of Strategic Planning, Place & Development, you will be shaping the future of the City of Armadale, one of the fastest growing local governments in WA, contributing to its long-term sustainability and liveability. This significant and impactful role is about envisioning dynamic solutions, forging strategic alliances, and advocating for sustainable development that enhances Armadale community's wellbeing.

**Why You Will Like Working Here**

You will be joining visionary leaders on a dynamic career path where strategy and growth converge to shape the future. Our dedicated, high performing and experienced Strategic Planning, Place & Development Team is passionate about making a profound impact for the City and your leadership will serve as the cornerstone for achieving outstanding results. Your ability to inspire and empower teams, coupled with your deep understanding of urban planning, will ensure the seamless execution of transformative projects. By championing collaboration, encouraging creativity, and promoting a culture of excellence, you will lead the way in shaping the City's landscape.

Other benefits include:

- Salary $142,645 - $166,581 per annum plus car for private use plus super.
- FLEXI time the way you want it: flexible start/finish time, 9-day fortnight or 19 day month.
- Free membership to Armadale Fitness and Aquatic Centre, offering access to gym, pool, sauna, group classes, and more
- Superannuation up to a maximum of 15%, securing your financial future.
- Additional days off after New Year's Day and Easter Tuesday, allowing for well-deserved breaks.
- Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support.
- 4 weeks paid Annual Leave pro rata, giving you time to recharge and relax.
- 17.5% Annual Leave Loading for extra financial benefit.
- 10 days paid Personal Leave pro rata to take care of yourself and loved ones when needed.

**_The City of Armadale is committed to creating a diverse workforce. Applicants from diverse backgrounds, such as Indigenous people, people with disabilities, or from different cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply._**

**What You Will Be Working On**

This role offers a unique opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute significantly to the City's strategic vision:
**Lead Collaborative Projects**: Identify and optimise projects with external stakeholders, enhancing our City’s built and natural environment.

**Advocate for Sustainability**: Promote environmental excellence, safety, and community wellbeing in all initiatives.

**Shape Strategic Planning**: Develop and implement strategic plans aligning with community needs and expectations.

**What You Will Achieve**:
**Sustainable Community Outcomes**: Lead the implementation of the City’s strategic direction, promoting transparency, probity, and social responsibility.

**Innovative Solutions**: Identify and capitalise on opportunities to innovate, ensuring the delivery of highly complex services and projects.

**Strategic Advocacy**: Elevate the City’s influence in decision-making forums, shaping impactful public policies.

**What Type of Person Will Be Successful**
- Qualifications and experience at a senior level in Urban & Regional Planning and/or Sustainable Development.
- Leadership of a large team who worked in a complex environment with multiple stakeholders.
- Demonstrated experience in successfully advocating for investment into community initiatives, infrastructure, or projects.
- Extensive experience in managing planning and development projects in government or private practice.
- Delivery of significant projects which delivered community benefits and enhanced the built and natural environment.
- Thorough understanding of Western Australian Town Planning and environmental legislation/policy principles and practice.
- Knowledge of Building and Health legislation and processes.
- Extensive knowledge across a broad range of scientific and professional disciplines applicable to the land use planning, health services and building functions of local government.
- Professional understanding of the principles and practices applicable to strategic, statutory planning and sustainable development projects and policies.
- Key network contacts with Government and private sector stakeholders associated with land use, planning, building, development, and economic growth.
- An understanding of the relationships between the various spheres of Government and private industry.
- Capacity to make ethical executive decisions under limited direction.

**Ready to Make an Impact?**

Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the right fit for this role.

Applications will be assessed as received.

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