Coordinator Planning

Coordinator Planning

Total Remuneration $124,091 - $157,154 pa 

Includes superannuation & allowances

Cash Component $110,309 - $139,699 pa

5 year contract

About us:

The City of Belmont is a Tier 1 council that proudly offers its residents and visitors facilities, services, events, spaces and plans for the future, that enables the community to live, work and play in ways that are healthy, efficient, safe and sustainable. The City of Belmont boasts spectacular views of the Swan River, close proximity to the Perth Central Business District, has state of the art facilities at the Belmont Library and Museum Hub, plentiful multipurpose parks and included within its boundaries Perth Airport’s Domestic and International terminals.

The City of Belmont offers employees free onsite parking, there is easy access to public transport, great end of trip facilities and has fantastic shopping options at Belmont Forum shopping centre, Costco and DFO. 

About the role:

The primary purpose of this role is to oversee statutory planning and compliance processes and work teams within the City. 

Reporting to the Manager Planning Services you will provide support and advice to ensure strategic outcomes, organisational goals and objectives are achieved.

You will also be partnering with the Coordinator Planning Projects with the aim of creating an adaptable Department that can proactively respond to any tasks or challenges that arise. 

You will have the opportunity to be involved in developing implementing and reviewing the strategies, policies, work practices and procedures of the Department to ensure they remain contemporary, sustainable and meet the needs of the organisation and community.

About you:

We are seeking a progressive planning professional with strong technical skills that wants to lead for the front. As such, in addition to your formal qualifications in Urban and Regional Planning and extensive planning experience you will have: 

• Highly developed mentoring and leadership skills 
• Demonstrable experience in policy formulation and implementation, subdivision and development control and Local Planning Schemes. 
• Proven written communication and project management skills, including the ability to undertake research and write complex reports.
• The ability to exercise appropriate authority whilst acting in the best interests of the City, its Customers and the Community, meeting legislative and operational requirements.

How to apply:

By clicking the ‘apply’ button, you will be directed to the City of Belmont’ employment page, where you can access the position description.  Please enter your details, upload your current resume and cover letter. Please complete the questionnaire as well as addressing the listed Essential Position Requirements, then submit your application. 

Applications close Monday, 11 March 2024.

Please note: Applications are considered as they are received, and interviews will be arranged accordingly.  The City reserves the right to close adverts early; therefore an early application is encouraged.

The City of Belmont is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. We provide merit-based employment opportunities to people without regard to race, gender, ethnicity, disability, age, religion or sexual orientation.  We encourage applications from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people with disabilities, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore the opportunity of a career at the City of Belmont. If you require an additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise in advance.

For more information on eligibility requirements and to apply for this position please visit www.belmont.wa.gov.au. Further assistance with your application is available by phoning 08 9477 7***.