At the Town of Cottesloe, we areproud to look after one of Western Australia's most iconic coastal communities.From our beaches and parks to our vibrant local spaces, we are committed tocreating a welcoming, safe and well-maintained setting for residents,businesses and visitors alike.

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced senior statutory planner (full-time or part-time) to assist the town, during an exciting and challenging time, as we consider the state government's proposed changes in our station precincts and suburban areas.

Please refer to the attached PositionDescription for more information about the role.

- Beautiful coastal working environmentwithin walking distance of Cottesloe Beach.
- Annual Leave Loading.
- Paid Christmas Shutdown.

Tertiaryqualification in Urban and Regional Planning or a related discipline; or equivalentrelevant experience.

Demonstratedknowledge of, and ability to, interpret and apply Western Australianplanning legislation, including: the Residential Design Codes, thePlanning and Development (Local Planning Schemes) Regulations 2015, and localplanning scheme provisions.





Demonstrated experience in the assessment of complex development applications.

Demonstrated ability to prepare high-quality reports, recommendations and correspondence for management, Council, DAPS and SDAU.

Demonstrated ability for building and maintaining effective working relationships. Demonstrated commitment to teamwork.

Highly developed communication, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills.

Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Applications will close Monday 23 November 2026, 5pm.

Please contact: Ed Drewett, Manager Planning, on 9285 5000 if you have any questions about the position.

The Town of Cottesloe is an EqualOpportunity employer and committed to diversity and inclusion within allpractices. Applications for this position are encouraged from Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander peoples, people of culturally and linguistically diversebackgrounds, people with disability, people of all ages, sexualities andgenders.

Canvassing of elected members willdisqualify applications.

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📌 Senior Statutory Planner (Western Australia)
🏢 Town Of Cottesloe
📍 Western Australia