Job Description
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- Starting salary of $72,541 per annum + super /n
- Full-time, ongoing opportunity /n
- Enjoy a monthly rostered day off and versatile, hybrid working arrangements. /n
- Develop specialist planning administration experience in a supportive and collaborative team. /n
- Help deliver planning services that support one of Victoria’s fastest-growing communities. /n /n /n

About us
/n As one of Victoria’s fastest-growing municipalities, Cardinia Shire Council is an innovative and community-focused organisation committed to delivering high-quality services for our residents. We are driven by curiosity, continuous improvement and a genuine passion for creating a thriving, connected and sustainable place to live and work. /n We invest in our people and champion a culture where diverse perspectives are valued, learning is encouraged and every contribution can have a real impact. If you are motivated, community-minded and looking to build a meaningful career in local government, you will find opportunity and purpose at Cardinia Shire Council. /n About the opportunity /n Launch or grow your local government career in a role where your work will help shape the future of Cardinia Shire. Joining our Planning and Growth team, you will gain valuable experience, make a meaningful contribution to the community and build skills for a rewarding career. /n This varied role offers meaningful customer contact, exposure to statutory and strategic planning, and opportunities to learn, contribute ideas and grow your skills within a collaborative team. /n You will make an impact by /n /n
- Providing high-quality administrative support for planning permit applications, amendments, approvals, Planning Scheme Amendments and related planning processes. /n




- Entering and maintaining accurate information across Council systems, including records for applications, enquiries, referrals, submissions, objections and customer requests. /n
- Preparing and processing letters, permits, notices, certificates, submissions and other planning documentation. /n
- Coordinating referral, notification and submission processes in accordance with statutory and strategic planning requirements. /n
- Delivering responsive and professional customer service through telephone, counter and written enquiries. /n
- Processing fees, invoices and purchase orders accurately and within required timeframes. /n
- Supporting meetings, workshops, community consultation, reporting, historic record searches, VCAT matters and Planning Panels. /n
- Maintaining forms and templates and contributing ideas that improve administration, business processes and customer service. /n /n What you will bring /n /n
- Demonstrated experience in general office administration within a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. Experience supporting statutory planning processes would be highly regarded. /n
- Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines. /n
- Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships. /n
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, confidence learning new systems and the ability to research, interpret and accurately record information.



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- A proactive, improvement-focused approach that supports positive team and customer outcomes. /n
- A Certificate in Business (Office Administration), or equivalent experience, is desirable. Knowledge of planning, building or compliance matters would be advantageous but is not essential. /n /n Why work with us /n /n
- Varied experience across statutory and strategic planning, community consultation and planning administration. /n
- Training and professional development opportunities to support your career growth. /n
- The opportunity to contribute to initiatives and service improvements that make a meaningful difference to the community. /n
- A workplace that supports wellbeing, work-life balance, sustainability and environmental stewardship. /n
- Discover these benefits and how we support and value our employees throughout their career journey. Click here. /n /n To apply /n /n
- Please complete the online application form and include your resume and a brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability for the role. /n
- Applications close 30 October 2026. /n
- For further information

about the role
, contact Alicia Brown, Coordinator – Statutory Planning, on 5943 4376 or refer to the position description. /n /n Cardinia Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We welcome applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with a disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore career opportunities with Cardinia Shire Council. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage yo

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