Company Description
Level 7 Salary: $100,358 – $105,****** + superannuation
At the City of Stirling, we're proud to be WA's largest local government, serving over 243,000 residents with more than 200 community-focused services. With a workforce of 1,500, we're committed to building an inclusive, capable and 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're how 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 excellent 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
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Qualifications
We're looking for a motivated planning professional 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
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Applications close: 6th July 6pm
(We may begin interviews before the closing date, so don't wait!)

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.

📌 General Job Template - Planning Officer (Western Australia)
🏢 City Of Stirling
📍 Western Australia