About Us

The City of Stirling is WA’s largest local government, serving over 234,000 residents across a vibrant and diverse region. With a workforce of around 1,500, we deliver more than 200 services to our community and are committed to innovation, inclusion and excellence.

Why You’ll Love This Role

You’ll lead the City’s statutory planning function, coordinating development assessments, compliance matters and strategic planning advice.

This is your opportunity to shape the built form of our community, ensuring decisions are lawful, timely and aligned with the City’s strategic goals. You’ll manage a team of planning professionals, mentor staff, and represent the City at Council, DAP, SAT and other key forums.

You’ll work closely with internal departments and external stakeholders to deliver high-quality planning outcomes and continuous improvement across the Development Services unit.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead statutory planning assessments and decision-making
• Coordinate agenda items and reports for Council and DAP
• Provide professional leadership and mentoring to planning staff
• Ensure compliance with statutory obligations and processes
• Represent the City at external forums including SAT and WAPC
• Oversee workflow, performance and operational planning
• Drive business process improvements and strategic alignment
• Support recruitment and development of planning officers.
• Maintain accurate records and reporting for planning functions

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for a planning leader with:

• Tertiary qualifications in Urban and Regional Planning
• Strong knowledge of WA’s planning system and legislation
• Leadership and mentoring experience
• Excellent communication and decision-making skills
• Experience in statutory planning within local government

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Belong Here – Be recognised through Stirling Stars, DEI events, and team celebrations.

Grow With Us – Access LinkedIn Learning, leadership programs, and study support.

Feel Your Best – Wellness perks include gym discounts, therapy dogs, skin checks, and more.

Work Your Way – Enjoy 9-day fortnights, WFH options, and free parking near shops and cafés.

Rewarding You – Up to 6% employer-matched super, purchased leave, and extra personal leave after 3 years.

Ready to Make a Real Impact?

If you’re ready to lead with purpose and help shape the future of planning in Stirling, we’d love to hear from you.

Hit ‘Apply’ and join a team that values people, progress and place.

Questions? Reach out to A/Director Planning & Development - Giovanna Lumbaca on (08) 9205 8773

Applications close: 6pm Thursday, 21 August 2025 (We may begin interviews before the closing date, so don’t wait!)
http://www.stirling.wa.gov.au/employment