Full Time Fixed
Term Position (31 August ********* August
****)
Level 7
Salary from $107,224 to $113,938 per annum, plus
superannuation
About
the Role
The Approval
Services unit is looking for a full time Planner (fixed term) to
join the award-winning planning team at Wanneroo as recognised by
PIA planning excellence.
As a Planner
for the Approval Services Unit at the City of Wanneroo, you'll be
at the forefront of shaping our city's growth and development.
You'll work closely with our diverse community, stakeholders, and
other industry professionals to ensure that our city is planned in
a way that reflects our residents' needs and aspirations. Your
ideas and expertise will play a vital role in creating a vibrant,
liveable, and sustainable city.
What You'll
Do:
Evaluate
and assess planning applications, ensuring compliance with
relevant regulations and guidelines.
Provide
expert advice and recommendations to the City's decision-makers
and customers on planning matters.
Conduct
research and analysis to inform policy development and urban
design initiatives.
Engage
with stakeholders and lead public consultations.
About
You
The successful
appointee must be an adaptable, passionate Planner who thrives
working in a very busy and change driven organisation.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate through their CV and
covering letter that they meet the following
capabilities:
Qualification in
relevant discipline such as Urban and Regional
Planning;
Relevant
experience in a similar role is desirable however graduates are
encouraged to apply;
Demonstrated ability to
work collaboratively rather than competitively and with a
client focus, utilising effective communication
skills.
An
ability to employ the City's corporate values in your




day-to-day work;
Strong
organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing
tasks;
Experience with report
writing is desirable; and
C Class
Driver's Licence.
So...
why join the City of Wanneroo?
More
Time Off
• 5
weeks annual leave (pro-rata)
• 2
paid Wellness Days and 1 paid Volunteer Day per year
•
12 weeks paid parental leave
•
Access to additional leave types: Reproductive Health,
Cultural/Ceremonial, Family Responsibility and Family & Domestic
Violence Leave
•
Ability to purchase or cash out leave, depending on your
needs
Genuine
Flexibility
•
Choose between a 9 day fortnight, 19 day month or flexi time
arrangement
•
Opportunities to work from home subject to operational
needs
Stability with
Mobility
•
Long Service Leave is portable across WA local
governments
•
Permanent roles, strong internal mobility, and sector-wide
credibility
• A
comprehensive development program with internal capability
frameworks and access to funded external courses, workshops, and
study leave
Perks
& Support
•
Up to 15% superannuation with matching
•
Free on-site parking
•
Thoughtfully designed workspaces with sit-stand
desks
•
Modern end-of-trip facilities including showers, lockers, and
secure bike storage
•
Access to salary packaging and novated leasing
options
•




50% off membership to our award-winning gym and leisure
centre, Aquamotion
•
An active social club with regular events
Work
Local
With 56% of our
workforce living locally, working at the City of Wanneroo isn't
just about cutting your commute. This role is a genuine prospect
to contribute to the community you call home. This is work with
real purpose, where you will see the impact of your efforts every
day – in parks, streets and services around you. It's a meaningful
way to give back and shape the future of your City.
The City of
Wanneroo is a diverse, community-focused organisation where your
work makes a real impact, not just for our residents, but for the
people you work alongside. We're proud of our inclusive culture and
the many perspectives that shape it.
We strongly
encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply and
bring their voice to local government. If you value purpose,
collaboration, and a team that welcomes you for who you are, you'll
feel at home here.
Want
to apply?
If this sounds
like your next career move, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply with your resume and a cover letter (max 2
pages) telling us why you're a great fit.
Reference
number: ******
Applications
close: Friday 21 August ****
For further
information regarding the position, please contact Mel Sun,
Coordinator Planning Services on *********.
Please
note:
•
A National Police Clearance (within 3 months) is
required prior to commencement.
•
All employees must declare secondary employment to
manage any potential conflicts of interest and fatigue
risks.
•
Medical assessment may be required depending on the
role.
Attachments:
- PD-Planner.pdf

📌 Planner (Western Australia)
🏢 City of Wanneroo
📍 Western Australia