Council’s Statutory Planning Branch is seeking a Principal Statutory Planner to join our team. This senior role is ideal for an experienced planning professional ready to step into leadership—supporting staff, overseeing complex planning matters, and ensuring the effective delivery of statutory planning services across the municipality.

You’ll apply your in-depth knowledge of planning legislation, policies, and statutory procedures while mentoring team members and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement. You'll also collaborate closely with our Strategic Planning Branch, with the opportunity to shape both statutory and strategic planning outcomes.

Position details

Part Time or Full Time Employment – hours may be negotiated. Flexibility of three days paid per week and up to 5 days paid per week available by mutual agreement.

This role allows for flexible working arrangements and as part of the package, Council will also provide relocation assistance to help support a move to the region.

Job Number: R2643

Applications Close: 4pm, Thursday 26 June 2025

About the Opportunity
As our Principal Statutory Planner, you will

Lead assessment of development applications in accordance with the Mildura Planning Scheme, Planning and Environment Act, and Subdivision Act

Provide expert statutory planning advice and ensure the consistent application of legislation

Take on complex applications and support the team with guidance, review, and mentoring

Contribute to cross-functional planning projects, working collaboratively across Council

What you will bring
Ideally the successful applicant will have the following:

A degree or diploma in Town and Regional Planning or equivalent recognised with substantial experience in a senior planning role (either local government or consulting)

A current driver’s licence.

Hold a current satisfactory Police Check or willing to obtain one prior to employment.

Salary and Conditions
The position is classified within Band 7 of Council’s Current Enterprise Agreement ranging from $104,988 to $117,480 per annum plus statutory superannuation.

Candidates viewing via Seek or Linkedin are strongly encouraged to visit Councils Career’s page by following this link- https://www.mildura.vic.gov.au/Council/Careers/Current-Job-Vacancies to view a copy of the Position Description and application form that is a requirement to apply for this role.

Benefits
As an employee you will have access to benefits such as:

Flexible Work Arrangements (Work from Home, Flextime, Purchase of Additional Leave)

Relocation Assistance available to support your move to the region

Financial recognition upon successful annual performance review, including either progression through banding structure or end-of-band bonus payment.

Study Support Program with Paid Study Leave and Financial Contribution to Qualification Fees

Access to Flare Employee Benefits for savings on everyday living

Learning and Professional Development Opportunities

Support for Families: 16 weeks Paid Parental Leave or 32 weeks at Half Pay

Bi-Annual Employee Recognition Celebration for Milestones and Achievements

Discounted Health Insurance and Gym Memberships

Free Counselling for Employees and Immediate Family Members

For a full list of councils benefits please visit our website: https://www.mildura.vic.gov.au/Council/Careers/Employee-Benefits

Mildura Rural City Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a culture that values diversity. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities.

We encourage people with a disability, lived experience of disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this position.

All applicants must have the right to work in Australia and will need to provide a Police Check prior to commencing employment.

Mildura Rural City Council is a Child Safe organisation and as such, applicants may be required to hold a Working with Children Check. Applicants may also be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check as per the requirements of the role.

About our organisation

Mildura Rural City Council is a dynamic local government organisation that provides 100+ different services, facilities, programs and infrastructure to a resident base of 56,000+. Our workforce of 600+ employees support our community and help make our region a great place to live, work, play and visit. Learn more about our organisation at www.mildura.vic.gov.au

About our region

Mildura Rural City covers almost 10 per cent of the state of Victoria and shares borders with both New South Wales and South Australia. The region is home to Mildura - a vibrant city of 35,000+ people - and a range of smaller townships and rural communities spread across 22,000 square kilometres.

Only a short flight from two capital cities, Mildura boasts quality services, exciting attractions, diverse industries and a strong community spirit. There are fantastic professional, cultural, social, sporting and educational opportunities on offer. Learn more about our region at www.visitmildura.com.au

Applying for this position

All applications must include:

A completed Job Application Form

A resume

A covering letter

Applicants that do not address the key selection criteria in their application may not be considered

Want to know more?

Visit www.mildura.vic.gov.au/Jobs for a copy of the Position Description and Application Form.

Call Human Resources on (03) 5018 8197.