Strategic Planner

1 day ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Yarra City Council Full time $78,448 per year

Strategic Planner

Permanent Full Time 

Band 5 - Starting from $78,448 + super + monthly RDO (RDO applicable for full time 38 hours per week only)

  • Supportive and Friendly team environment where we value growth and development
  • Hybrid/flexible working arrangements and an emphasis on work/life balance
  • Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment  

An exciting opportunity has arisen to take on a junior Strategic Planner position to assist with the progression of a variety of projects and planning scheme amendments.

The key responsibilities would include:

  • Assist in providing strategic and operational input into the Branch as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Assist in providing professional advice in relation to land use and development (housing, commercial, industrial, open space, heritage and sustainability).
  • Facilitate the ongoing development of Council's local strategies, policy, provisions and their monitoring and refinement.

We are looking for someone who has:

  • Good general knowledge of the Victorian planning system and key planning issues and trends in an inner urban context
  • An interest in a range of different planning topics
  • An open and collaborative attitude to working with others 

Yarra City Council is a dynamic and progressive organisation. We pride ourselves on an inclusive culture and diversity. We aim to continually improve service to the community.

For further information see the position description or contact Joerg Langeloh, Senior Coordinator Strategic Planning, or

 Position Description Strategic Planner Band 17 October 2025

Applications close on Monday 24 November 2025, at 11:55pm.

In your application, please include/attach your Resume and 1-page Cover Letter. In your Cover Letter, provide a brief overview addressing the Key Selection Criteria (KSC) as outlined in the Position Description. A separate document addressing KSC is not required.

*This position is subject to satisfactory Police Check prior to commencement. Pre-employment checks are not used by Yarra City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Yarra City Council is committed to being a child safe organisation and supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer. We draw pride and strength from our diversity, remain open to new approaches and actively foster an inclusive workplace that celebrates the contribution made by all our people.

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