About the role

We are seeking a Strategic Planner Student to become a part of our Strategic Planning Business Unit. In this position, you will be rotating through our three busy teams: Local Area Planning and Policy, Strategic Land Use Planning and Sustainable Environment to assist in progressing a range of sustainable environment projects, strategies and policies.

Typical projects undertaken by the team include assisting in Local Area Planning (community priority setting), developing a strategic sustainability management approach in a growth environment and assisting the City in land use and potential development research. This position also involves project management, stakeholder engagement, internal liaison, and requires good analytical, research and reporting skills.

The role is offered on a 12-month fixed term part-time basis for up to 30 hours per fortnight (with potentially additional hours available during university holiday periods). We work in a flexible environment with the days and hours of working to be mutually agreed upon with the successful applicant. The role is set to commence in November 2025.

Key Accountabilities include, but are not limited to;

• Support projects that contribute to the development of the Sustainable Environment strategy and planning framework for Council
• Assist with reviews that evaluate, against relevant federal, state and Council policies, both statutory and non-statutory plans submitted by public and private entities
• Deliver assigned work in a timely fashion and to a high professional standard
• Work under guidance and within approved work plans and terms of reference
• Operate within Equal Opportunity and Occupational Health and Safety legislation

About you

The successful candidate will have the following:

• Have or be working towards a tertiary qualification at a Degree level, or above, in either Urban and Regional Planning or Environmental Sustainability field or similar.
• Knowledge of the range of issues arising from rapid urban growth.
• Ability to establish and manage both internal and external relationships and work effectively within a team environment.
• Evidence of good analytical and reporting skills, with the ability to plan and organise own workload.
• Current ‘C’ class driver’s license
• A satisfactory National Police Certificate is required.

For more information about the role please refer to the position description.

About working with us

The salary for this position will be from $68,485.62 - $74,307.64 per annum pro rata, depending on the skills and experience of the successful applicant.

You will also enjoy benefits including

• Excellent leave entitlements e.g. purchase additional leave, Local Government public holiday
• Generous Superannuation contributions up to a total combined 17%
• Comprehensive employee wellness program
• Generous study assistance (terms and conditions apply)
• Free parking options available
• Travelsmart allowance to support public transport use or cycling to work

About the City

The City of Swan, located north east of Perth, is the largest local government by land size in the Perth metropolitan area, and has one of the fastest growing populations.

The City covers an area of 1,042 square kilometres, equivalent to almost 20 per cent of the Perth metropolitan area. A beautifully diverse expanse of land, the City is rich in natural assets, including the iconic Swan River and internationally renowned Swan Valley viticulture region established in 1829.

Our location, services and facilities make the City an attractive place to live. The population across our 42 suburbs stands at 168,334 in 2023, but is set to reach 300,000 by 2050.

The Whadjuk people of the Noongar Nation have been the traditional custodians of the land for more than 40,000 years. The Derbal Yerrigan (Swan River) holds enormous cultural significance for the Noongar people. The City is also rich in European history, and our community is a melting pot of multiculturalism, with one in three people being born overseas and one in five speaking a language other than English at home. Our ideal location, significant history, diverse community and strong economy ensures a positive future for the City of Swan, full of opportunity.

Our purpose at the City is to improve the quality of life for all of the people who live in, work in and visit the City of Swan by delivering our vision of ‘one city, diverse people, culture and places’ through shared values of respect, excellence, accountability and leadership.

At the City of Swan we are committed to recruiting and retaining the right people and creating a great place to work. We offer our employees real careers, real impact, and real rewards.

We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals who may identify as LGBTIQ+, with disability, a culturally and linguistically diverse background, and people of all ages.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Ian Humphrey, Manager of Strategic Planning on 9267 9209.

For queries regarding the application process, please contact our friendly People Services team on 9267 9145.

To apply please submit a cover letter that outlines your qualifications and experience and why you would be a good fit for this role, and a resume via the link.

Closing Date: Friday 10 October 2025 at 11pm AWST.

The City of Swan reserves the right to commence shortlisting and interviews earlier than the closing date. The City also reserves the right to close the vacancy early therefore if you are interested in this position, please submit an application as early as possible.