Planning Director

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Planning Director

Salary: PSCSAA 2024, SCL5 $171,519 to $185,781 pa

Location: Perth

Unit/Division: Strategy and Engagement

Work Type: Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time

Position No: 00026527

Closing Date: 2026-07-03 4:00 PM

Join one of WA’s most innovative and forward-thinking agencies and be part of something rewarding and exciting.

The Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage is looking to appoint a dynamic and forward-thinking Planning Director to join the Strategy and Engagement team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced leader to shape strategic planning outcomes that support sustainable growth and strong community development across Western Australia.

As a Planning Director – Strategy and Engagement, you will provide leadership, strategic direction and oversee the day-to-day operations of a high-performing planning team. The team is responsible for delivering a diverse portfolio of work, including complex planning projects, policy development and review, infrastructure coordination, and infrastructure grant administration.

In this influential role, you will provide specialist technical advice and analysis to support decision-making in the best interests of the Government and Department. You will play a key role in guiding evidence-based outcomes, while also contributing to the development and continuous improvement of departmental policy and procedures.

Success in this position will require strong leadership, sound judgement, and the ability to build productive relationships across government, industry, and the community. You will thrive in a complex and evolving environment, bringing a strategic mindset and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes.

There is one permanent fulltime opportunity available for immediate appointment. This process may be used to fill future similar permanent or fixed-term positions that may arise within the Department and across the WA public sector in the next 12 months from the initial date of appointment.

The Perth office is located in Perth CBD in a convenient location, above the Perth Underground rail; close to the Wellington Street Bus Station and City CAT services.

To be successful for this position, you need to demonstrate:

A degree in Urban and Regional Studies or Urban and Regional Planning or an approved equivalent.

Extensive experience in strategic planning, infrastructure coordination or policy formulation and implementation.

Extensive experience in leading and managing complex information gathering and analysis in support of state priorities.

Extensive experience in leading and managing multi-faceted projects.

Extensive experience in stakeholder engagement, building relationships and successfully negotiating outcomes.

Demonstrate the behaviours within the leadership context, Leading Leaders, as outlined below.

Core leadership behaviours outlined in Leadership Expectations are applicable to this role and should be demonstrated in the context of Leading Leaders. Leading Leaders context is about getting results through leaders and their teams in a single business area, and by influencing leaders in other business areas. The expected behaviours may be assessed during the recruitment and selection process.

For more information on what we do, our recruitment process, and why working at the Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage is an attractive proposition, please visit the Department page on the DPLH website.

We have a comprehensive Applicant Information Pack to provide information about us, the values of the department and practical guidance on the process for you.

Benefits of Working at DPLH

Access to flexible working arrangements including working from home or alternate work locations for enhanced work life balance.

12% superannuation, full employer contribution and salary packaging options

Comprehensive learning and professional development opportunities.

4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading paid as additional pay every December

3 days additional public sector holidays each year

Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff

Leave for study, bereavement, foster caring and parenting

Free access to a confidential employee assistance program (EAP) for you and your family, which includes psychology and counselling services.

How to apply: All applications are submitted online. Select ‘Apply for Job’, located at either top or bottom of the screen, and follow the instructions; you will need to provide a:

Applicants must submit copies of their relevant degree in order to be considered for this role.

Comprehensive CV that clearly shows your skills, experience, and key achievements, including the details of two referees.

A maximum two (2) page cover letter demonstrating your skills and experience in relation to the position requirements, as listed above and in the JDF, attached.

Please beware if you hold an overseas qualification you will need to provide supporting documentation of proof of assessment for equivalency. Please feel free to have your degree assessed by DTWD’s Overseas Qualification Unit (OQU) or alternatively contact our HR Services team on (08) 6551 9419 or email ***email_hidden***.

Further Information

If you would like to know more, please give Rachel Swannell a call on (08) 6551 9520 or email [email protected] to discuss the role in further detail. Please do not send your application to Rachel Swannell or seek assistance with lodging your application.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants – For a confidential discussion about the recruitment process, please reach out to Jake Louthean or Barb Culbong from our Aboriginal Employment and Engagement team. You can contact Jake at 0428429486 or Barb at 0408 895 002 or alternatively email us at [email protected].

The Department is an equal opportunity employer and as a measure to achieve equality under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people (24 years of age and under) and people with disability who meet the requirements of the position, may be prioritised for appointment.

Accessibility: If you have any communication or access needs that require adjustment to allow you to participate in this recruitment process, please contact our HR Services team on (08) 6551 9419 or email ***email_hidden***.

TTY/voice calls – 133 677

Speak and Listen – 1300 555 727

SMS relay – 0423 677 767

Special Requirements for this position

The Department will conduct a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check for applicants successful to this recruitment process.

To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector it is essential that you are an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia. To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.

files only) or PDF format and have allowed plenty of time to submit your application, as late, emailed and proforma applications will not be accepted.

If you experience technical issues when submitting your application, contact [email protected], or please call (08) 6551 9419 for any other queries.

Closing Date – Friday 3 July 2026 @ 4:00pm