• Expertise in statutory planning frameworks and the capability to evaluate and manage complex planning permit applications.
• Leadership opportunity overseeing four direct reports.
• Permanent full time role with flexible work arrangements.
• Band 7 salary from $112,203 to $125,554 plus super and monthly RDO for full time 40 hour weeks

The City of Casey is one of Victoria’s largest, fastest growing and most diverse cities. The Council plans and delivers quality services and infrastructure for the more than 400,000 residents and over 36,000 businesses who call Casey home.

Our workspace is located within Bunjil Place, a must-visit destination nestled within Narre Warren in Melbourne’s southeast. Bunjil Place reflects and enhances the city’s rich diversity by providing an energetic and cosmopolitan atmosphere through a lively community meeting place.

Our Benefits:

Benefits | City of Casey

• Development-focused organisation with access to diverse professional development courses, networks and programs, including financial support for obtaining relevant certifications.
• Flexible work options, including remote work, flexible hours, and the ability to purchase additional leave.
• Multi-award-winning architectural office building with equipped Kitchens, free coffee, onsite Café, Library, and so much more.
• 2 minutes’ walk to Westfield shopping centre, free onsite carpark, gym/pool with discounted memberships and free workout Wednesday.

We live our values of dreaming big, empowering each other, and making our community proud.

A bit about the role

This role involves applying contemporary leadership practices to create and sustain a positive work culture that encourages enthusiasm, commitment to ongoing performance, continuous improvement, and the adoption of best practices in the team.

What you’ll deliver

• Coach, monitor, and manage performance of direct reports, consultants, and contributors to align with Council priorities.
• Encourage and support professional development within the team.
• Oversee and project manage planning applications, ensuring coordination and service standards.
• Prepare or review planning assessments and reports for decision-making and recommendations.
• Administer and determine planning matters under the Council’s Deed of Delegation.
• Prepare appeal and panel submissions, and represent Council at hearings.
• Act as a point of coordination and advice for stakeholders on planning and development processes.
• Process major and complex planning applications with professional judgment and competence.
• Contribute to strategic documents, including planning schemes and urban design frameworks.
• Recommend creative solutions and resolve complex issues through negotiation and mediation.
• Promote a stakeholder management approach to achieve collaborative outcomes
• Encourage team participation in professional development.

What you’ll bring

• Degree or Diploma in Town Planning, Urban Studies or Urban Geography with 5+ years relevant experience.
• Strong communication skills to build and maintain effective internal stakeholder networks and apply influence for good planning outcomes.
• Proven people leadership skills, fostering cohesive, high-performing teams with clear shared goals.
• Customer-focused with excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.)
• Willingness to undergo pre-employment background checks including National Criminal History Check, Working with Children Check and Eligibility to Work check.
• A curious, collaborative, and inclusive community mindset.

Position Description: Principal Statutory Planner - PD 2025 07 23.pdf

What’s next?

If you think this role might be for you, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply by following the links and attaching a cover letter and resume. We do not require any selection criteria to be addressed.

To find out more about the role, please contact , Jennifer Roche - Head of Planning and Compliance, on 9705 5219 and [email protected]

Applications will be accepted until 11.55pm on 08 August 2024.

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

At the City of Casey, we are proud to be an inclusive, child safe, and equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, cultures, backgrounds, and abilities, including those with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ communities, multicultural communities, and refugee or migrant backgrounds.

We are committed to providing a diverse, safe, and inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed. We promote gender equity and actively address barriers to employment, ensuring participation without discrimination and supporting workplace adjustments.

For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Talent Team at 9709 9633 or [email protected].

The City of Casey reserves the right not to make any appointments for this position.

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