At the City of Stirling,we’re proud to be WA’s largest local government, serving over243,000 residentswith more than 200 community-focused services. With a workforceof 1,500,we’recommitted to building an inclusive,capableand future-ready organisation. We invest in our people, embrace innovation, and offer a workplace where flexibility, wellbeing and growth are more than just words-they’rehow we work.

Job Description

At the City of Stirling, you’ll play a key role in shaping the places our community calls home. You’ll work with an engaged, supportive team committed to great planning outcomes, while enjoying flexibility, professional development, and an organisation that genuinely invests in its people.

This role gives you the chance to contribute meaningfully to the future of WA’s largest local government and use your planning expertise to influence the built environment across diverse neighbourhoods.

What You’ll Be Doing

You will:

- Respond to written and verbal planning enquiries
- Provide applicant liaison and pre‑lodgement advice
- Conduct inspections and technical assessments
- Undertake research and planning investigations
- Maintain accurate statutory planning records
- Prepare reports, recommendations, and submissions
- Assess statutory planning proposals and appeals
- Investigate potential breaches of planning laws

Qualifications

We’re looking for a motivated planning skilled passionate about quality development and great community outcomes.



You’ll ideally bring:

- Tertiary qualification in town planning or related field
- Knowledge of statutory planning principles and practice
- Ability to make sound, accountable planning decisions
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of planning legislation and processes
- Experience in local government statutory planning
- Ability to negotiate and collaborate with stakeholders
- Current driver’s licence and National Police Clearance

Additional Information

Why You’ll Love Working Here

- Work Your Way – Flexible hours and free parking
- Rewarding You – Boosted super and extra leave options
- Grow With Us – Leadership programs and study support
- Belong Here – Inclusive culture and recognition programs
- Feel Your Best – Gym discounts and wellness perks

Questions? Reach out to Nick Bertone on 7***

The City embraces its diverse workforce by supporting work-life balance and offering opportunities for progression and development. Here at City of Stirling we celebrate and support inclusion and diversity.

We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the City of Stirling, the Wadjak People of the Nyoongar Nation, and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of Australia. We will act with compassion and respect towards all people and value people of all abilities, ages, religions, faiths, sexualities, gender identity and cultural backgrounds.

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