Place Leader

4 days ago

Perth, Western Australia Town of Victoria Park Full time $109,942 - $116,867 per year

Are you an enthusiastic, energetic and proactive Leader looking for a challenging and rewarding work environment?

If this sounds like the position for you, apply today.

About us

Warm and Welcoming Environment: Experience a supportive atmosphere where your wellbeing is our priority.

Career Development: Take advantage of opportunities to diversify and grow your career with us. We welcome newcomers to the industry and will support your professional journey.

Flexible and Modern Workplace: Enjoy the benefits of a flexible workplace with options to work from home or alternative facilities. Our Albany Hwy office location has the best selection of lunch and coffee options.

Employee Wellbeing: Participate in our comprehensive wellbeing programs and enjoy free use of the pool and gym.

Community and Culture: Be part of a vibrant community with lots to offer. Our teams are built on strong organisational culture, with open communication channels and accessible leadership.

Your new role

Join our Place Planning team to support the Town in our mission to become Perth's most empowered, engaged, inclusive and connected community. The Place Planning team brings together a range of urban specialists to manage the delivery of key city shaping strategies, create great places, and to collectively tackle the complex issues of a vibrant inner-city locality.

In addition to the management of your assigned neighbourhood (Carlisle/Welshpool), you will be responsible for leading the delivery of, and embedding the vision related to the Town's Integrated Transport Strategy within a cross functional, multi-disciplinary team environment.

What you'll need to succeed

  • a proactive approach to everything you do
  • a desire to challenge the status quo
  • a passion for cities, the environment and great place outcomes
  • a strong commitment to stakeholder engagement, a community-led approach, innovation and diversity
  • previous, demonstrated experience in transport planning (or similar) at a senior level, working in a multi-disciplinary organisation
  • relevant tertiary qualification/s (transport, urban and regional planning or similar)

The benefits of working for us

  • salary range of $109,942 - $116,867
  • up to 17% Council superannuation contribution
  • five weeks annual leave
  • work-life balance including flexible working arrangements, easy access to public transport and our famous Albany Hwy café strip
  • job share opportunities may be considered
  • free use of gym and aquatic facilities (conditions apply)
  • ongoing training and development
  • exciting change-creating projects

Sound like you?

For further information on this position and how to apply please visit our website –

All applications must address the bolded selection criteria in the position description. This should be included in your cover letter and accompanied by your CV.

The Town of Victoria Park is committed to equal employment opportunities and providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.

We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds. Applicants who identify as Aboriginal, live with a disability, CaLD or LGBTQIA+ are encouraged to apply.

Closing date: 4 pm Monday 6 October 2025

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