Base Salary Approx. $81,300 p.a. plus Superannuation and allowances (Industrial Agreement 2024). Applicants with part-time availability will also be considered.

About us

The Town of Cottesloe boasts some of the most beautiful surrounds in the Perth metropolitan area. Internationally recognised for its stunning beaches, manicured lawns and balcony views over the Indian Ocean, Cottesloe is a coastal village with a laid-back charm.

Our community is one of our greatest assets. Each year, we welcome hundreds of thousands of visitors who come to Cottesloe to enjoy its vibrant atmosphere, unique character, and beachside lifestyle for which we are renowned.

Join us and help shape the future of Cottesloe with a Council and community committed to sustainability, heritage, and exceptional urban planning.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an Urban Planner to work with our small and dynamic planning team to deliver high-quality, community aligned outcomes. Reporting to the Coordinator Statutory Planning and working under the direction of the Manager Planning Services, you will be contributing to a breadth of complex and challenging planning situations including both statutory and strategic planning work.

You will play a critical role in ensuring that land use and development aligns with community expectations and legislative planning framework.

Key duties under the direction of the Manager Planning Services may include, but are not limited to;

Assess and report on planning proposals including developments, subdivisions, town planning scheme amendments and compliance;

Provide customer service for a variety of needs and levels, including preliminary liaison with proponents and neighbours for the public viewing proposals;

Undertake planning research, policy/local law and project tasks as directed;

Assist in responding to SAT appeals and participate in professional or community forums as required; and

Assist Manager Planning Services, Coordinator Statutory Planning, other team members and colleagues on an ongoing basis.

Some benefits of working with the Town of Cottesloe include a paid Christmas Shutdown period (in addition to your annual leave), a Superannuation matching scheme, flexible working arrangements and a sustainable travel allowance.

About you

The ideal candidate will possess the qualifications, experience and personal attributes necessary to perform effectively in this role.

Essential

Relevant tertiary qualifications and statutory town planning experience, preferably including local government;

Sound knowledge of WA town planning system and governance;

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to be able to problem solve with a diverse range of stakeholders; and

Initiative, integrity, professionalism, team-orientation, customer-focus and commitment.

Additional Requirements

Current Australian Working Rights;

Current Driver’s Licence - C Class;

Current National Police Clearance (or willingness to obtain); and

Willingness to under-go a Pre-Employment Medical (as required).

For more information about the position, please head to www.cottesloe.wa.gov.au/employment to find the detailed position description.

How to Apply

Please apply via SEEK. Provide a cover letter (max 1-2 pages) to outline your suitability for the position based on Essential Criteria in the Position Description. Please provide your resume.

Applications for this position will close Monday 17 November at 9am. Please be aware that interviews for the shortlisted candidates will be conducted on Friday 21 November.

If you have any questions relating to this position, please contact: Paul Neilson – Manager Planning Services on 9285 5000.

The successful candidate will be asked to provide 2 professional references, with at least 1 recent manager/supervisor.

The Town of Cottesloe is an Equal Opportunity employer and committed to diversity and inclusion within all practices. Applications for this position are encouraged from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, people of all ages, sexualities and genders.

Canvassing of elected members will disqualify applications.