Statutory Urban Planner

1 week ago

Perth, Australia City of Perth Full time

Development Approvals | Planning & Development
- **$98,141 - $103,949 per annum, plus superannuation**:

- **Full-time, maximum term until Nov 2026**:

- **CBD Location**

As the capital city of Western Australia, the City of Perth is a Local Government that is ambitious for the future. To achieve our aims, we recruit the very best people who understand the City exists to enable and deliver the aspirations of the community.

**The Opportunity**

As a Statutory Urban Planner in the City of Perth, you will effectively and lawfully administers the provisions and requirements of the City Planning Scheme and related planning and development statutes and policies. This position provides technical advice, support and recommendations to the Council, internal customers and external customers in relation to a range of town planning matters.

Reporting to the Principal Urban Planner within our Development Approvals team, your responsibilities would primarily include:

- Prepare, review and monitor statutory planning provisions and policies; and
- Provide a high level of customer service by drawing upon knowledge and experience in relation to town planning matters to meet the needs of internal and external customers and stakeholders.

**About You**

To succeed in this role, you will possess:

- Tertiary qualification in Town Planning;
- Knowledge and understanding of the legislative responsibility and processes that relate to urban planning and local government; and
- Ability to effectively plan, organise and manage own time and workload, to achieve specific outcomes within set timeframes against conflicting priorities.

Above all, you will live our values of Commitment, Teamwork, Courage and Respect that allow us to come together to lead and support the community.

Please view the attached Application Pack to learn more about the role and working at the City.

**Eligibility**

To be eligible to work for us, you will need to demonstrate:

- A right to work in Australia (e.g. a birth certificate, current passport or current visa);
- A current ‘C’ class Australian drivers licence; and
- A satisfactory National Police Clearance (dated within 3 months).

**How to Apply**

When prompted, please submit: your current resume; a cover letter that concisely addresses the Selection Criteria; and any relevant qualifications or certifications. Remember, less is more

**The Application Process**

Applications for this position will close at **5PM AWST on Sunday, 27 April 2025**. Applications may be considered, and interviews conducted prior to, the closing date.

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