Strategic Planning Project Support Officer

Permanent Part-Time 0.6 EFT |

Band 5 $77,357 - $88,159

Position No. 1049

Flexible working arrangements available

Are you highly organised, great with people and interested in supporting projects that help shape the future of our communities?

We are looking for a Strategic Planning Project Support Officer to provide administration and project support to our Strategic Planning team.

This permanent part time role is 0.6 EFT, You will help keep projects, information and customer requests on track while supporting planning scheme amendments, development plan overlay requests, engagement activities and other strategic planning projects. The role will include community engagement and consultation activities.

What you'll be doing

You'll support the team with a broad range of administration and project tasks, including:

- Coordinating correspondence, referrals, registers, records and workflows
- Supporting planning scheme amendment and development plan overlay processes
- Helping maintain project information, SharePoint sites, databases and tracking tools
- Assisting with community engagement, stakeholder meetings and communication tasks
- Providing professional customer service to internal and external stakeholders
- Supporting procurement, purchase orders, agendas, minutes and general administration.

What we're looking for

We're looking for someone who is organised, confident with administration and able to work well with a range of people.

You will bring:

- Experience in administration, project support or customer service
- Robust communication skills, both written and verbal
- Good attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities
- Confidence using Microsoft Office and electronic records or database systems
- A helpful, professional approach when working with customers and stakeholders
- A demonstrated commitment to learning and innovation
- Ability to work in a team environment, fast paced and attention to detail.
- An interest in planning, local government or community engagement.

Experience in local government,



urban planning or planning-related systems would be highly regarded but is not essential.

Why join us?

This is a great opportunity to join a supportive team, build your project and administration experience, and contribute to important planning work across Wellington Shire.

Flexible working arrangements are available to support work-life balance.

About Wellington Shire Council

At Wellington Shire Council, you'll be part of an organisation that values cooperation, integrity, balance, professionalism and sustainability. We are committed to delivering quality services for our community and supporting our people to do meaningful work.

Why Wellington?

Here at Wellington Shire Council, we have a strong commitment to create a workplace culture that is collaborative, provides work-life flexibility and encourages opportunities for growth and development. We take pride in providing a supportive workplace with great career opportunities for our employees.

Every person at Wellington Shire Council brings their own unique experiences, perspectives and talents to help contribute to our vision of "Happy people, healthy environment and thriving communities". As one of the largest employers in the region we have a diverse workforce of more than 500 staff who are based throughout the municipality, and we all work together as a team to make a positive impact in our community.

We use award-winning technologies to seek and implement innovative improvements across the organisation. We work hard to position ourselves as a leader in local government, continuously improving our diverse range of services for the betterment of our community.

We offer a rewarding culture of innovation, flexibility and continued learning in a collaborative, supportive environment.





Wellington Shire Council is committed to upholding the Child Safe Standards and associated legislative requirements.

Wellington Shire Council is an Equal Chance Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We promote the principles of merit and fairness, and encourage applications from people of different backgrounds, abilities, ages, genders and/or sexual orientations and gender identities.

Wellington Shire Council takes climate change and sustainability seriously and is looking to respond proactively and positively to the challenges ahead.

About Wellington

Wellington Shire Council is located in the Gippsland region of the state of Victoria, Australia and is approximately two hours east of Melbourne by road or rail. Many of us dream of a simpler lifestyle, with wide open spaces and no traffic jams. In The Middle of Everywhere, we live that enviable lifestyle every day.

In Wellington Shire you will find a wide range of beautiful environments to explore, with our pristine beaches, picturesque mountain ranges, temperate rainforests, wetlands and plenty of diverse, contrasting spaces to take your breath away.

Whether it's a stroll along the iconic Ninety Mile Beach, a canoe down the Macalister River or a bush walk through the Alpine National Park, there's plenty to keep you busy in The Middle of Everywhere! Home to a range of tight-knit communities, you'll quickly find yourself right at home with the wonderful people that make these towns so special.

From our lively restaurant and café culture to the very best in local produce, you'll never be short of Sunday brunch ideas and places to try! Eat. Drink. Gippsland Guide | Visit Gippsland

Visithttps://themiddleofeverywhere.com.au/to find out why the Wellington Shire is a great place to live and work.

How to Apply:

Click on Apply Now and attach your current resume. If what you read resonates with your values, experience, and career aspirations then we want to hear from you. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity, apply today!

You will need to apply by Sunday October 11 at 11.59pm 2026.

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