Planning and Development Pool Recruitment

Talent Pool - Urban Planners

(Senior Planning Officer & Planning Officer Levels)

Location:Stirling, Western Australia
Type:Permanent Full-Time & Future Opportunities - Candidate Pool
Salary:

• Senior Planning Officer
  
  • $106,999.38 to $112,630.07 pro rata per annum, plus superannuation
• Planning Officer
  
  • $96,731.43 to $101,823.62 pro rata per annum, plus superannuation

Shape the Future of Stirling

Join WA’s largest local government and help shape the future of our city. We’re building a candidate pool for upcoming Urban Planner roles - apply now to be first in line.

Are you a passionate planning professional ready to influence the growth of one of WA’s most dynamic cities? The City of Stirling is building acandidate poolfor upcoming vacancies in our Planning & Development team. Whether you're an experienced Senior Planning Officer or an emerging Planning Officer, we want to hear from you!

By joining our pool, you’ll be first in line when opportunities arise—no need to reapply each time.

Why Join Us?

• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and teamwork.
• Professional Growth: Access leadership development, study assistance, and internal career pathways.
• Health & Wellness: Enjoy free onsite fitness facilities, subsidised gym memberships, and annual health checks.
• Convenience: Free parking, on-site canteen, and proximity to local cafes and shops.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements, 9-day fortnights, and phased retirement options.
• Generous Leave Benefits: Annual leave loading, purchased leave, long service leave, and up to 10 weeks paid parental leave.
• Competitive Salary Package: Competitive salary, employer-matched super up to 6%, novated leasing options,

These are just some of the many benefits we offer to our employees. Join us and discover more about how we support and value our team members.

Senior Planning Officer

What you’ll do:

• Lead the assessment of complex development and subdivision applications
• Represent the City at SAT, DAP, and other forums
• Supervise and mentor Planning Officers
• Provide expert planning advice and contribute to policy development

About You:

• Tertiary qualifications in Urban and Regional Planning
• Extensive experience in statutory planning and leadership
• Strong understanding of WA planning legislation
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and conflict resolution skills

Planning Officer

What you’ll do:

• Respond to planning enquiries and provide pre-lodgement advice
• Assess development and subdivision applications
• Conduct site inspections and prepare reports
• Investigate compliance matters and provide statutory planning advice

About You:

• Tertiary qualifications in Town Planning or related discipline
• Strong knowledge of statutory planning in a local government context
• Excellent communication and decision-making skills
• Local Government experience and current driver’s licence required

Be Part of Our Future

This is acandidate poolfor future vacancies. If you're passionate about urban planning and want to make a lasting impact on our community, we encourage you to apply now and be considered for upcoming opportunities.

Visithttps://www.stirling.wa.gov.au/employment to apply.
Questions? Contact Dean Williams at (08) 9205 8735

We’re reviewing applications as they come in—don’t wait to express your interest!

Why Join Us?

At the City of Stirling, we celebrate and support inclusion and diversity. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and engaged workforce. With over 1,500 employees, we offer numerous flexible work options and benefits to ensure a rewarding employment experience. Join us and make a significant impact on our community by supporting our mission of delivering efficient, responsive, and sustainable services.