• Full time, permanent position
• Recent graduates are encouraged to apply
• Band 5 - Salary $76,814 + 11% Superannuation + Monthly RDO
• Based at Doncaster, with flexible working arrangements

This is an exciting opportunity for a statutory planner to play a role in pursuing design excellence for developments across Manningham.

Manningham Council proudly delivers over 100 different services to our vibrant and diverse community. From parks and galleries to shopping hubs and leisure facilities, it is our focus to ensure that Manningham remains a liveable and harmonious place to reside, work and visit.

We provide challenging and rewarding employment opportunities to innovative, passionate, and driven people. We have a positive and friendly working environment, and we offer our employees a range of benefits, including flexible work options, opportunities for career development, and health and wellbeing initiatives. 

We’re constantly transforming our organisation to best support the needs of our local community. And we are looking for a new game changer to join the team. A high performing individual who wants to shape positive and inclusive outcomes for our community. You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of your work while developing and testing new ideas within a culture of learning to deliver excellent outcomes for Manningham.

About the Role

This position is responsible for the administration and implementation of the Manningham Planning Scheme and all relevant Acts. It involves the processing of planning applications and related requests to facilitate appropriate land use and development outcomes for the municipality.

Skills and Experience

• Tertiary qualified in town planning with knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and processes.
• A problem solver with excellent analytical skills to think strategically and develop design solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare clear and concise reports with a high level of attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to respond to challenging situations and negotiate positive planning outcomes.
• Management skills to prioritise and organise work and to manage various systems and processes in a paperless office.
• Holds a driver’s licence valid in Victoria.

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How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your up to date CV and cover letter addressing the key requirements of the role under the “Who are you?’ section of the position description. For a confidential discussion please contact Jonathan Caruso, Coordinator Statutory Planning on (03) 9840 9312.

For all other enquiries regarding the recruitment process, please email jobs@manningham.vic.gov.au or visit http://www.manningham.vic.gov.au/work-for-us

Applications close on Tuesday 2 April 2024 at 5pm

Council recognises the benefits of a diverse workforce for its employees and customers.

To ensure equity of access to employment opportunities, Council encourages applications from underrepresented groups including people who are from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people from different ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientation and cultural backgrounds.

Manningham Council have a number of policies and practices to help support our staff, including a Working from Home policy, flexible work practices and an IT infrastructure to support various communication methods when working remotely.

If you require any additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise the contact listed above in advance.

Manningham Council is a child safe organisation and, as such, applicants may be required to hold a Working with Children Check.