Senior Planning Officer

9 hours ago

Cedric Street Stirling Western Australia Australia City of Stirling Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year
Company Description

At the City of Stirling, we're proud to be WA's largest local government, serving over 243,000 residents with more than 200 community-focused services. With a workforce of 1,500, we're committed to building an inclusive, capable and future-ready organisation. We invest in our people, embrace innovation, and offer a workplace where flexibility, wellbeing and growth are more than just words - they're how we work.

Job Description

Why You'll Love This Role

You'll play a pivotal role in shaping the built environment and community outcomes for one of WA's most dynamic local governments. This is your chance to lead, mentor, and influence planning decisions that make a real difference. You'll work with a passionate team, enjoy flexible work options, and be supported to grow your career.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Assess and report on development and subdivision applications
  • Provide expert planning advice to stakeholders
  • Mentor and supervise Planning Officers
  • Represent the City at SAT, DAP, and external forums
  • Lead pre-lodgement meetings and stakeholder engagement
  • Oversee compliance investigations and site inspections
  • Prepare reports for Council and external authorities
  • Support process improvement and policy development

Position Description - Senior Planning Officer

Qualifications

What You'll Bring

We're looking for a planning professional with a passion for community impact. You'll ideally bring:

  • Tertiary qualification in Urban & Regional Planning (or related)
  • Strong knowledge of WA planning legislation and processes
  • Proven decision-making and judgement skills
  • Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
  • Experience in customer service within a regulatory environment
  • Ability to supervise, mentor, and manage performance
Additional Information

Why You'll Love Working Here

  • Work Your Way: Flexible hours and free parking
  • Rewarding You: Boosted superannuation and extra leave options
  • Grow With Us: Leadership programs and study support
  • Belong Here: DEI events, recognition, and celebrations
  • Feel Your Best: Gym discounts, wellness perks, private health discounts and more

Explore all our benefits at

Ready to Make a Real Impact?

If you're ready to lead with purpose and help shape the future of the City of Stirling, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and join a team where your expertise will be valued and your growth supported.

Questions?

Reach out to Shaun Wheatland on

Applications close: Monday 17th November midnight (We may begin interviews before the closing date, so don't wait)

The City embraces its diverse workforce by supporting work-life balance and offering opportunities for progression and development. Here at City of Stirling we celebrate and support inclusion and diversity.

We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the City of Stirling, the Wadjak People of the Nyoongar Nation, and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of Australia. We will act with compassion and respect towards all people and value people of all abilities, ages, religions, faiths, sexualities, gender identity and cultural backgrounds.

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