Coordinator Planning Approvals

12 hours ago

Joondalup, Australia City of Joondalup Full time $123,820 - $131,778 per year

The City of Joondalup takes pride in being a Local Government that has been internationally recognised for providing outstanding services to the local community. To continue to set the standard in WA Local Government for innovative services and programs, we are seeking highly motivated, enthusiastic employees who will be committed to making a positive contribution to the City and its community.

Coordinator Planning Approvals

  • Salary: $123,820 to $131,778 per annum
  • Plus up to 15% superannuation (conditions apply)
  • Full Time Permanent Position
  • Flexible work arrangements available
  • Restricted Private Use of Vehicle
  • Ref No: 25-105

Following a recent restructure, we are excited to offer this newly created leadership opportunity within our Planning Approvals team. This team plays a vital role in delivering the City's statutory planning functions, including development application assessments, subdivision referrals and clearances, Design Review Panel reporting, and providing expert planning advice to a wide range of stakeholders.

As
Coordinator Planning Approvals
, you will work alongside our existing Coordinator to lead and support a dedicated team of planning professionals. You'll be responsible for overseeing daily operations of the team, mentoring and training officers, ensuring the effective implementation of the City's planning framework, and driving service excellence through continuous improvement initiatives.

We pride ourselves on collaboration and respect, and place a strong emphasis on professional growth, shared success and delivering high-quality outcomes. We're looking for a motivated and forward-thinking leader who brings a passion for positive leadership, a commitment to continuous improvement and a genuine desire to support the team in delivering the best possible planning services to our customers.

To be considered for this position, please submit your resume and a covering letter (no more than 3 pages each) addressing the following criteria:

  • Demonstrated experience in administering and interpreting planning instruments including the
    Planning and Development Act 2005
    , local planning schemes, Residential Design Codes and local planning policies;
  • Highly developed interpersonal, conflict resolution and negotiation skills to positively manage stakeholder relationships;
  • Extensive experience in negotiating, facilitating and/or delivering development outcomes;
  • Highly developed decision-making, analytical, research and design skills;
  • Experience in leading and coaching staff and giving feedback in a positive and constructive manner.

For further information, please contact
Cathrine Temple
, Manager Planning Services on

.

To apply, please click on the "Apply" button above, and submit your resume and a covering letter online via the City recruitment portal, addressing your knowledge and experience relevant to the role. Applications close at
11.55pm
on
Wednesday 30October 2025
.

The City of Joondalup is committed to diversity and inclusion within all organisational practices and is an equal opportunity employer. The City encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with a disability, people of all ages, sexualities and genders to apply for this position.

All employees and prospective employees of the City of Joondalup are required to declare any secondary employment and private activities to ensure that any conflict of interests may be appropriately managed.

JAMES PEARSON

Chief Executive Officer

Canvassing of Elected Members will disqualify applicants.

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