Planning Service Lead

5 days ago

Stirling, Australia The City of Stirling Full time

Planning and Development | Main Administration Building, 25 Cedric Street
- Closing date: 01/08/2025

**Location**: Stirling, Western Australia
**Type**: Permanent Full-Time
**Salary**: From $144,125 p.a. + super (based on experience)
- Professional development opportunities - Generous study assistance - EAP
- 50% discount on gym membership - Active Social Club -Employee Canteen
- Flexible working environment - Free Parking - Easy Access to Public Transport

**Why Join Us?**

At the City of Stirling, we proudly serve a vibrant and diverse community of over 243,000 residents. As WA’s largest local government, we offer more than 200 services and are committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive, flexible, and rewarding.

This isn’t just another planning job. It’s your chance to lead a passionate team, shape the future of City of Stirling, and bring your expertise to a place that values your voice.

**What You’ll Do**
- Lead a team of planning officers and planning administrators
- Oversee statutory planning assessments
- Provide advice to Council and external agencies
- Prepare agenda items and statutory decisions
- Represent the City at planning-related meetings
- Oversee reporting and operational matters
- Support recruitment and business planning
- Act as Manager Development Services when required

**About You**

We’re looking for a qualified and experienced Planning Services Lead who is passionate about creating strong teams and facilitating good outcomes for the community. You’ll ideally bring a:

- Degree in Urban & Regional Planning
- Deep knowledge of the WA planning system
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills
- Clear, confident and approachable communication style
- Experience in budget and people management
- Sound judgement and decision-making
- Local Government know-how

**Why You’ll Love Working Here**
- **Health & Wellness**:Free onsite fitness facilities, subsidised gym memberships
- **Convenience**:Free parking and on-site staff café
- **Work-Life Balance**:Flexible working environment and supportive team culture
- **Career Growth**:Opportunities to learn, innovate, and lead
- **Inclusive Culture**:We celebrate diversity and support all backgrounds and identities
- **Competitive Benefits**:Matched Super Contributions up to 6%, Novated Leasing

**Take the Next Step**:
If you’re a strategic thinker, a natural leader, and ready to take the next step in your planning career—we’d love to hear from you.

Click ‘Apply’ and join a team that values professionalism, community, and innovation.

**Questions?** Contact Giovanna Lumbaca | (08) 9205 8773
**Applications close**: 6pm Friday 1 August 2025 (We may begin interviews before the closing date, so don’t wait)

**Attachments**:

- Position Description - Service Lead Planning 2025.pdf

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