General Job Template - Planning Officer

Level 7 Salary: $100,358 – $105,642.01 + 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. 

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 great 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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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

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 (08) 9205 7188

Applications close: 6th July 6pm (We may begin interviews before the closing date, so don’t wait!) http://www.stirling.wa.gov.au/employment

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.