Community Infrastructure Planner

2 days ago


Stirling, South Australia The City of Stirling Full time $9,673,143 per year

Community Development | Main Administration Building, 25 Cedric Street

Closing date: 27/08/2025

Community Infrastructure Planner

Location: Stirling, Western Australia

Type: Max-Term Full-Time (maternity leave cover) - Commencing in November 2025, until 27 November 2026.

Salary: $96,731.43 per annum + Superannuation

About Us

At the City of Stirling, we're proud to be WA's largest local government, serving over 243,000 residents. We're a vibrant, community-focused organisation with a workforce of 1,500 people and we're serious about innovation and transformation.

We're currently investing in community infrastructure and looking for a skilled and strategic Community Infrastructure Planner to help shape the future of sport, recreation, leisure, and public open space across the City.

Why You'll Love This Role

You'll be at the heart of our infrastructure planning efforts, working closely with internal stakeholders and community partners to deliver sustainable, inclusive, and well-designed spaces.

This is your chance to make a real impact—leading strategic projects, engaging with the community, and helping us deliver infrastructure that meets current and future needs. You'll be supported by a collaborative team and can grow your skills in a dynamic environment.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Lead strategic planning for sport, recreation, leisure, and public open space projects
  • Conduct high-level research and stakeholder engagement
  • Develop business cases, feasibility studies, and project plans
  • Prepare and acquit grant applications
  • Provide strategic advice to internal teams and elected members
  • Coordinate capital and operational budgets
  • Monitor industry trends and community needs to inform planning
  • Support long-term sustainability of community clubs and groups

What You'll Bring

We're looking for a proactive and experienced planner who's passionate about community infrastructure. You'll ideally bring:

  • A tertiary qualification in sport, recreation, urban design, planning or a related field
  • Strong conceptual and analytical skills
  • Proven experience in managing infrastructure projects
  • Excellent communication, report writing, and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Knowledge of sustainability principles and industry trends
  • Intermediate proficiency in MS Office and Teams
  • A current National Police Clearance (under 3 months)

Why You'll Love Working Here

  • Work Your Way

    Enjoy flexible work options, free parking, and a location close to shops, cafés, and public transport.
  • Rewarding You

    Up to 6% employer-matched super, purchased leave and novated leasing.
  • Grow With Us

    Access LinkedIn Learning and leadership programs.
  • Feel Your Best

    Subsidised gym memberships, therapy dogs, skin checks, and wellness sessions are just the beginning.

Ready to Make a Real Impact?

If you're ready to help shape the future of community infrastructure and want to be part of a team that values people and innovation, we'd love to hear from you.

Hit 'Apply' and join a team that's transforming how we plan, support, and grow together.

Questions? Reach out to Service Lead – Leisure Services on

Applications close: 6pm Wednesday 27 August 2025 (We may begin interviews before the closing date, so don't wait)

Attachments:

- Position Description - Community Infrastructure Planner

To support accessibility below is a PDF version of the application form


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