- 2x Full time - permanent opportunity

- Band 6 - $89,236 per annum + 12% super

About Us:

The Strathbogie Shire is a vibrant and progressive rural municipality located about two hours from the Melbourne CBD along the Hume Highway. We have diverse and picturesque communities served by townships such as Euroa, Nagambie, Violet Town, Avenel, Longwood, Ruffy and Strathbogie.

About the Role:

As the Senior Town Planner, you will deliver a high-quality, customer-focused planning service by providing expert advice and guidance to applicants, stakeholders, and the wider community.

In this role you will use your technical expertise to support complex planning and subdivision applications, build positive relationships, and help achieve well-considered planning outcomes that benefit our community.

Key Responsibilities:

- Preparation of planning reports and subdivision applications.

- Undertake the assessment of planning permit applications and amendments to existing planning permits as delegated.

- Undertake strategic planning projects in collaboration with Coordinator Planning and Manager Planning and Investment.

- Prepare and present submissions on behalf of Council at the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal.

Our ideal candidate will have:

- An understanding of the Victorian planning system, including the Planning and Environment Act 1987 and the format of operation of planning schemes under the Victorian Planning Provisions.

- Knowledge of Local Government functions, legislation and regulations relevant to the position.

- An understanding of relevant planning and development principles, policy and legislation, to provide information and service to internal and external customers and regulators.

Why you will love working at Strathbogie Shire Council:

We understand the need for flexibility and can offer:





- Option for working more hours over less days (e.g., 9-day fortnight).

- Negotiated start and finish times.

We have generous leave entitlements including:

- 3 additional days Family Care Leave per year to support caring requirements.

- 3 days paid leave during Christmas closure.

- Long service leave available pro rata after five years and transferable across local government organisations.

- Up to 10 days unpaid leave per year for Cultural and Ceremonial Leave.

- Up to 20 days of paid Family Violence Leave annually.

- Parental leave - 16 weeks of paid leave for primary carer and 2 weeks for secondary carer, with the option to be taken at half pay.

We value your health and wellbeing and offer:

- Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

- Income Protection Scheme for all employees.

- Weekly onsite visits for treatment of soft tissue injuries.

- Annual Flu Vaccinations.

- Access to Local Government Employee Health Plan.

We encourage professional development and learning opportunities including:

- Support to study with a repayment plan via payroll deductions.

- Access to study leave.

- On the job training.

And the bonuses:

- Annual pay increases in line with our Enterprise Agreement.

- 17.5% Leave Loading paid out annually as a lump sum "Christmas bonus".

- Recognition awards for years of service.

For further information about this position, please contact Awais Sadiq, Manager - Planning & Investment on 5795 0000.

How to Apply:
Please visit our website www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au to view the position description and to complete an online application form. Applications that have not addressed the key selection criteria will not be considered.

Applications close 9am, Wednesday 5 August 2026.

Strathbogie Shire Council is an equal chance employer and a Child Safe organisation. We value diversity in our workplace and will consider flexible working arrangements.

📌 Senior Town Planner (Shepparton)
🏢 Strathbogie Shire Council
📍 Shepparton