• Part-time | 12 month contract | 2 days per week (30.4 hours per fortnight)
• Level 7 | Salary $107,224 – $113,938 per annum (pro-rata) + Super up to 15%
• An excellent opportunity for Urban and Regional Planning students to gain hands-on industry experience

Put your university studies into practice with one of Perth’s largest and fastest-growing local governments
Flexible part time hours to help balance your studies and work commitments

About the Opportunity
Are you studying Urban and Regional Planning and looking for an opportunity to take your learning beyond the classroom?

The City of Wanneroo is offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated planning professional or university student who is progressing towards completing a degree in Urban and Regional Planning to join our Planning Services team on a part-time basis.

This role is ideal for someone looking to gain practical planning experience in a large local government environment, strengthen technical and communication skills, and see planning principles put into practice. You’ll learn from experienced professionals, contribute to meaningful projects, and build a strong foundation for a career in town planning. Working alongside experienced planning professionals, you'll gain valuable insight into how planning decisions shape growing communities, guide development and create great places to live, work and play.

With 30.4 hours per fortnight, this is a fantastic opportunity to build your professional experience while continuing your university studies.

What You'll Be Doing
Working with the Planning Services team, your primary focus will be providing planning advice and guidance to customers through our Duty Planner service.

Your responsibilities will include:
• Providing planning advice and responding to enquiries from residents, businesses, consultants and stakeholders.
• Assisting customers to understand planning requirements, processes, policies and legislation.
• Delivering a positive customer experience while helping customers find practical solutions to planning issues.
• Researching planning legislation, policies and guidelines to support planning assessments and recommendations.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the City to help achieve positive planning outcomes.
• Assisting with the assessment of simple development applications.
• Developing your understanding of how legislation, policy and planning principles guide development across the City.

No two days are necessarily the same, and you'll have the opportunity to broaden your knowledge while working on real planning matters that contribute to the future of our community.

What We Are Looking For
We are looking for someone who is curious, organised and keen to learn,



with a genuine interest in town planning and the role local government plays in shaping our communities.

To be successful in this role, you'll have:
• A tertiary qualification in Urban and Regional Planning, eligibility for full membership with the Planning Institute of Australia, or significant progress towards completing a relevant tertiary qualification.
• A foundational understanding of urban planning principles and their application in Western Australia.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate professionally with a range of people.
• Valuable research, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Confidence using computer systems and technology.
• A current C Class Driver's Licence.

Previous experience in a similar planning role would be advantageous, but we're particularly interested in candidates who are keen to develop their skills, apply their university learning and gain practical experience in a professional environment.

Why Join the City of Wanneroo?
The City of Wanneroo is one of Perth's fastest-growing local governments, with exciting opportunities to help shape the future of our communities. The City of Wanneroo is a recognised leader in local government, recently named UDIA WA's 2026 Local Government of the Year, making this an outstanding place to start your planning career.
Joining our Planning & Sustainability Directorate means becoming part of a team that helps guide development, support new communities and create great places for current and future generations.

You'll benefit from:
• Practical industry experience – apply what you're learning at university to real-world planning matters.
• Professional development – learn from experienced planners and build your knowledge of local government planning.
• Meaningful work – contribute to planning decisions and projects that influence how our City grows.
• Study-friendly hours – work 30.4 hours per fortnight while balancing your university commitments.
• Competitive remuneration – receive a Level 7 salary on a pro-rata basis, plus superannuation.
• A supportive team environment – collaborate with knowledgeable professionals who can help you develop your skills and confidence.

Why the City of Wanneroo?
We’re one of Western Australia’s fastest-growing local governments,



located in Perth’s north on Whadjuk Noongar Country. Our work reaches across a diverse and growing community, and our people play an important role in shaping what comes next.
We’re committed to building an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to contribute.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, people from LGBTIQA+ communities, and people of all ages, genders, faiths, sexual orientations and family or caring responsibilities.

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
• This is a part-time-time role (30.4 hours per fortnight) Monday - Friday
• Start and finish times can be adjusted within a 7am–7pm span depending on your preferences and team needs
• Hybrid work may be available depending on projects and business unit 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

Ready to Get Started?
If you're studying Urban and Regional Planning and want to gain valuable experience with a large, growing local government, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply now with a cover letter (max 2 pages) and resume and tell us how you will help us build the future of Wanneroo, together.

Reference Number: 862757

Close date: Monday, 9 November 2026

For further information contact Mel Sun, Coordinator Planning Services, (08) 9405 5***

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 (Wanneroo)
🏢 City of Wanneroo
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