Planning Officer
Competitive Salary: Level 6 $105,****** (pro rata) + 12% superannuation
Permanent Part Time (30.4 hours per fortnight)
Matched Super contributions up to 5%
About Us
At the City of Bunbury, we are committed to shaping sustainable, liveable and thriving communities. Our City Planning team plays a vital role in managing development and ensuring our built environment reflects the needs and aspirations of our growing municipality.
We are currently seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Planning Officer to join our Statutory Planning team and help us deliver high-quality planning outcomes for our community.
About the Role
As a Planning Officer, you will assess and manage a range of development applications, provide professional planning advice, and ensure compliance with relevant planning legislation and policies. You'll work closely with internal departments, developers, community stakeholders, and councillors to support effective and balanced planning decisions.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct end-to-end processing of development applications, subdivision referrals, structure plans, local development plans, and scheme amendments in line with the relevant planning framework.
Prepare clear, concise, and timely reports for Council meetings, panels, and tribunals; attend Council briefings, Regional Development Assessment Panels, and provide evidence at the State Administrative Tribunal (SAT) as required.
Provide accurate and timely advice to applicants, the public,



and internal stakeholders on planning matters.
Contribute to continuous improvement in planning processes and customer service delivery.
About You
We're looking for someone with:
Tertiary qualification related to Urban and Regional Planning or equivalent qualification or experience.
Demonstrated understanding of the legislative responsibility and processes that relate to urban planning and local government.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Strong analytical and report-writing abilities.
Ability to effectively plan, organise and manage own time and workload, and competing priorities.
What We Offer
A supportive and inclusive workplace culture
Adaptable work arrangements
Opportunities for professional development
Access to great staff benefits
Applications Close: 7th October **** @ 5.00pm AWST
We embrace diversity and inclusion in our workplace and welcome candidates from all backgrounds. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, individuals with disabilities, LGBTIQ, and culturally diverse communities to join the City of Bunbury.
The City of Bunbury is committed to providing reasonable adjustments for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection, or assessment process, please contact us at ****** or call ************ to discuss your needs.
Alan Ferris
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
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📌 Planning Officer (Bunbury)
🏢 City Of Bunbury
📍 Bunbury