Brighton Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Planning Officer to join our Planning Services team within Development Services.

This full-time role is based at the Council Chambers in Old Beach and plays an important part in supporting environmental and public health outcomes for the Brighton municipality through the effective administration of relevant legislation, by-laws and statutory requirements.

The Role: Reporting to the Manager Planning, this position provides professional land use planning services on statutory planning and development control matters, including assessing applications, responding to enquiries and complaints, preparing reports for Council and Committees, and delivering strategic projects, whilst promoting a positive image of Council through excellent customer service.

Key responsibilities include:

- Providing professional land use planning services on statutory planning and development control matters, assessing applications within designated timeframes.
- Undertaking research and delivering strategic projects, including economic development, sustainability and public land utilisation, and preparing reports with recommendations for the Manager, Director, Council and Committees.
- Referring applications to internal Council departments for comment, keeping the Manager and Director informed of progress, and supporting the Development Compliance Officer to resolve planning issues.
- Responding professionally to planning enquiries and complaints, while liaising with Council staff, developers, government agencies, other councils, property owners and community groups.

About You:

You are passionate about customer service and enjoy working collaboratively,



both as part of a small team and autonomously. You will provide a professional range of customer-focused planning services associated with Council’s statutory responsibilities, while promoting a positive image of Council in the community.

You will have completed tertiary qualifications in a planning related field and have at least 1 years’ experience in a planning role.

You will be responsible for providing professional land use planning services on statutory planning and development control matters, responding to enquiries, applications and complaints, and preparing reports with recommendations for the Manager, Director, Council and Committees. You will also deliver strategic projects of value to Council, including in relation to economic development, sustainability and public land utilisation and management.

You have excellent time management skills, with the ability to assess applications within designated timeframes against conflicting priorities, and to find workable solutions using sound negotiation and dispute resolution skills.

You have sound knowledge and understanding of the provisions of the Local Government Act 1993, Land Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993, Resource Management and Planning Appeal Tribunal Act 1993, and other relevant Acts,



and can liaise effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.

You also hold a current and unrestricted driver’s licence, and either possess, or have the capacity to obtain, a white card.

Why Join Us?

At Brighton Council, you’ll be part of a supportive organisation committed to community wellbeing, safety and growth.

More information on the position can be found in the position profile document on Council’s website at: Brighton Council.

Position Details:

- Hours: Either Full-Time or Part-Time Hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant. A typical working day is 8.15am to 4.45pm (30 minutes lunch), flexibility of hours may be negotiated. If working full-time, there is the option of either a 19-day month or 9-day fortnight.
- Salary: Professional - Level 1 to 2: $76,595 to $107,206 (pro-rata if part-time hours) - salary to be negotiated with successful applicant and will be dependent on qualifications and experience.

This position attracts a 15.5% superannuation entitlement.

- Advantages: Flexible work arrangements, wellbeing programs, learning opportunities, on-site parking and free annual flu vaccinations

A National Police check, health assessment and reference checks will be requested and organised by Council prior to commencement of employment

How to Apply:

All applications to be submitted online via our recruitment portal. Applicants must address the selection criteria, accompanied by a resume and details of two current referees.

Applications close at 7.00pm on Sunday, 22 November 2026.

If you have any questions, please contact Jessica Woodward, Senior Officer – HR on (03) 6268 7000.

📌 Planning Officer (Old Beach)
🏢 Brighton Council
📍 Old Beach