Address Position No: 024/2024
Work Type: Permanent - Part Time
Permanent part-time position (45.6 hours per fortnight)
Are you driven by the opportunity to work for a thriving regional City committed to organisational excellence?
Are you ready to apply your knowledge and background to exciting new challenges and learn from the best?
We work together with you to create a culture based on respect, trust and inclusiveness.
We embrace flexible working conditions and are always open to discussing your individual requirements so that you get to create your own experience with us.
A leading survey recently found Mandurah is one of the top 10 domestic regions Australians would choose to work from when working remotely.
Imagine a future with us
The City of Mandurah (CoM) is one of the main cultural ambassadors and project leaders for Mandurah. We not only support and empower local businesses, create local jobs and opportunities but foster innovation and creativity in enterprise whilst considering the impact to our beautiful environment. We are woven by waterways (gabi), a city with a village heart (mandjoo koort).
At CoM, we look out for one another; prioritise respect, are fair, look after your development and wellbeing; foster an inclusive culture and embrace diversity in all forms. We’re committed to continually building a safe and respectful workplace, where all our people feel appreciated and accepted and achieve their full potential. Every day, your work will make an impact that matters, while you thrive in a dynamic culture of inclusion, collaboration and high performance. At CoM you will find unrivalled opportunities to succeed and realise your full potential.
But enough about us, let’s talk about you
The City of Mandurah Statutory Planning & Lands team is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual to fill the position of Planning and Land Administration Officer. In this permanent part-time role, you will provide administrative assistance to the Statutory Planning and Lands team to ensure the efficient processing of development applications, subdivisional referrals, town planning advice to customers and effective Land Administration processes. At CoM we strive to embrace change as our norm and therefore require a person who is innovative, agile, proactive and enthusiastic.
You will:
Be the first point of contact for all customers internal and external.
Provide administration, research and assistance to the Statutory Planning and Lands team including in the coordination of naming of the City’s assets and the City’s land acquisition and disposal process, road closures and other land related matters.
Ensure the provision of information and response to queries is undertaken in an accurate and timely manner.
Effectively support the administration of the City’s property asset base, assess, plan and manage appropriate projects relating to the City’s land holdings including Crown land and interests in other land.
Provide specialist technical advice on Land Administration matters to other City Directorates in a timely manner which aligns with legislative requirements.
Support and assist in the development and delivery of best practice processes ensuring consistent monitoring and maintaining compliance and transparency.
To be successful you will have:
Certificate III in Business Administration or progress towards a Diploma in Local Government Administration or relevant field.
Current C class drivers’ licence.
Current National Police Clearance.
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role.
Experience in working within a statutory local government environment
Experience in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) (desirable)
General understanding of the town planning approval process and Town Planning Scheme (TPS)
Experience in a similar position in local or state government is desirable.
Strong literacy skill, and experience in the preparation, research and writing of reports.
The finer details
This permanent part-time (45.6 hours per fortnight) position attracts a competitive Level 4 annual remuneration of pro-rata $75,419 to $81,093 per annum dependent on qualifications and experience and a wide range of benefits to reward your contribution. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their background, identity, experience, ability or thinking style, and if you need assistance during the application process for accessibility reasons this is available upon request.
Sound exactly like the sort of role for you? Great! To apply please visit our Careers page at www.mandurah.wa.gov.au. For further information or any enquiries, please contact Aaron Lucas on (08) 9550 3945.
Why work with us?
You will be working for the City of Mandurah, an employer of choice and one of Western Australia’s fastest growing local authorities. Our vision at the City is “Woven by waterways, a City with a village heart” and all our employees instil the values of connected, integrity, excellence, courage and innovate.
There are many advantages in working for the City, including:
A fair salary – enjoy great work conditions including salary sacrificing options.
Access to free staff parking and less than 50 mins to Perth by train and car.
Superannuation Guarantee Contributions (SGC) payments with matching additional contributions made by the City in accordance with the City’s Enterprise Agreement.
Health & wellbeing initiatives, including free recreation centre membership.
Discounted medical insurance
Learning and Development opportunities to fuel your amazingness and take your career to the next level
Flexible working hours including working from home options.
Transparent performance framework – approach your work with confidence in how you're tracking, working to professional development plans agreed on by you and your line manager.
Generous leave entitlements – provisions for many forms of leave; including annual, personal/ carers, parental, study, cultural, domestic violence, compassionate and bereavement leave.
Employee Assistance Program support – you are encouraged to use this free short-term, confidential counselling service if you're experiencing emotional stress, relationship problems, conflict with others or personal issues. It is also available for financial counselling and retirement planning.
A vibrant Employee Reward & Recognition Program
Did we mention Study Assistance, a social club, corporate uniform and much more!
Casey Mihovilovich Chief Executive Officer
