City of Stirling Planning and Development Pool Recruitment

City of StirlingPlanning and Development Pool Recruitment 

• Permanent/temporary/casual full-time/part-time opportunities available
• Free onsite fitness facilities | Free parking | On-site staff cafe
• Annual leave loading and employer matched super contributions matching up to 6%

Join Our Innovative Team!

Are you passionate about Planning and urban development? Do you have a keen eye for detail and a desire to contribute to the growth and sustainability of our community? If so, we invite you to apply for the Senior StrategicPlanning Officer, Strategic Planning Officer and Planning Officer positions and Pool Recruitment within the City of Stirling.

About Us

The City of Stirling is a vibrant and progressive local government authority committed to enhancing the quality of life for our residents. We deliver a range of innovative projects designed to create vibrant, accessible and thriving neighbourhoods.

About the Position

The City of Stirling is recruiting for a range of Planning Officers, Strategic Planning Officer and Senior Strategic Planning Officers across permanent, temporary and casual opportunities in both full-time and part-time capacities across the Planning and Development Directorate.

Positions Available within the City Future and Development Services Business Units:

• Senior Strategic Planning Officer – Schemes, Policies & Heritage team
• Strategic Planning Officer – City Future Projects team
• Planning Officer – Planning Services team

The positions are a Level 7 and Level 8 Inside Workforce Agreement positions which attract a salary between $93,235 and $108,559 gross pro rata per annum plus superannuation.

Key Responsibilities

Your role will be multifaceted, involving critical tasks related to land use planning, policy development, community engagement and the assessment of a wide range of subdivision and Development proposals. The key responsibilities associated with available positions include:

• Strategic Planning: You will actively contribute to the preparation of strategic plans and studies. This includes analysing data, identifying trends, and proposing innovative solutions to enhance our city’s development.
• Stakeholder Engagement: You’ll engage with a diverse range of stakeholders, including government agencies, community groups, and residents. Your ability to communicate effectively and build positive relationships will be crucial.
• Policy Advice: Providing expert advice on planning matters is central to this role. You will interpret planning regulations, assess development and subdivision proposals, and guide customers / applicants through the development process.
• Research and Analysis: Dive into research! Investigate land use patterns, demographic shifts, and environmental considerations. Your analytical skills will help.
• Assessment and Determination of Subdivision and Development Applications: You will be involved in the assessment and determination of a wide range of subdivision and Development applications.

About You

The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes, you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered.

• Qualification: A Tertiary qualifications in Urban Planning, or a related discipline is highly desired. 
• Written Communication: A good standard of written communication is essential. You’ll draft reports, correspondence, and policy documents. Clarity and precision matter.
• Interpersonal Skills: Engaging with stakeholders requires empathy, active listening, and diplomacy. You’ll collaborate with colleagues, community members, and external partners.
• Planning Knowledge: A solid understanding of planning concepts and regulation, and urban development principles is necessary. Stay informed about industry trends.
• Behaviours: Demonstrate approachability, integrity, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

For further information, please refer to the position description. 

Why join us?

• Supportive Team: Be a part of the Stirling planning team! We work together to ensure the best outcomes for the City, and we do this through fostering a working environment that is supportive and focussed on growth and Development of individuals and teams.
• Innovation: Be part of an agency that embraces innovation. Your ideas can shape the future of our city.
• Meaningful Projects: Contribute to projects that directly impact our community. From sustainable development to heritage preservation, your work matters.
• Inclusive Environment: We foster diversity and inclusion. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young individuals, and those with disabilities.
• Develop your Planning Knowledge: Expand your Local Government planning knowledge at the City of Stirling! The City is diverse offering opportunities to learn about a wide range of planning matters, assisting a variety of stakeholders at the local level.

The City offers some great benefits including flexibility in when and where you work to ensure a work-life balance. You will also enjoy a range of other benefits including:

• Free parking and easy public transport access
• Free onsite fitness facilities and end of journey facilities
• Superannuation matching of up to 6%
• Professional development opportunities, including training, memberships, and study assistance
• Excellent leave entitlements including annual leave loading and the ability to purchase up to an additional 4 weeks’ annual leave per year
• 50% discount on gym memberships at our Stirling leisure centres
• Amazing in-house employee canteen
• Up to 10 weeks paid parental leave
• Employee health and wellness program and initiatives
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
• Generous study assistance
• Active social club
• Employee recognition program
• Novated Leasing (where applicable)

To be eligible to work for us, you need to provide, or have ability obtain a:

• A copy of Australian driving licence
• National Police Clearance (valid within the last 3 months)
• Pre-Employment Medical and DAS clearance
• The right to work in Australia

More about the City

The City of Stirling is a diverse and thriving local government in Western Australia, with over 223,000 residents, spanning 30 suburbs, the City is a cosmopolitan, multicultural and economic hub.

With over 1,400 employees, 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.

How to Apply

www.stirling.wa.gov.au/employment

If you’re interested in this position, we want to hear from you so click ‘Apply’ now. If you have any questions about the positions, please contact:

Planning Officer | James Fletcher – Coordinator Planning Approvals (08) 9205 8***

Senior Strategic Planning Officer | Neil Maull – Coordinator Schemes, Policies and Heritage | (08) 9205 8***

Strategic Planning Officer | Gareth Glanville – Coordinator City Future Projects | (08) 9205 7***.

On application, please include in your cover letter what role and area you would like to be considered for.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications by 6pm on 10 May 2024. Suitable applicants will be placed in a Pool from which appointments may be made for similar vacancies a period of 12 months. We may commence interviewing of candidates prior to the closing date and reserve the right to close applications prior to the closing date.