Statutory Planner

Permanent Full Time Role (Flexible)

Band 5 - $76,910.62 - $89,109.02 per annum + super + Planners Allowance (RDO applicable for full time 38 hours per week only)

• Supportive and Friendly team environment where we value growth and development
• Excellent employee benefits and competitive hourly rates
• Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment  

Due to an internal promotion, Yarra City Council's Statutory Planning Department is looking for an enthusiastic and customer-focused statutory planner to join their team. 

If you are looking for a role in an exciting inner-city location with a high variety of planning applications and are able to juggle multiple tasks, deal with the unexpected and contribute to a collaborative and friendly team environment then we want to hear from you!

To be successful in this role you will be a dynamic and vibrant team player with a focus on processing planning applications and delivering high level customer service. You will be enthusiastic, innovative, self-motivated and able to work both autonomously and within a team.

We are seeking candidates who have attention to detail, good written and organisational skills and who are committed to providing excellent customer service.

As an employee of the City of Yarra, you will have access to a range of employee benefits designed to promote a positive work/life balance, including social club events, various wellbeing initiatives and discounted gym membership. The City of Yarra offers flexible/hybrid working arrangements including a monthly rostered day off for full time employees.

For further information see the position description or contact Kathryn Pound, Manager Statutory Planning on (03) 9205 5087 or kathryn.pound@yarracity.vic.gov.au. 

 103400 - Statutory Planner - Position Description.docx

Previous applicants within the last 6 months need not reapply as they will be considered for this role. 

Applications close on Wednesday 8 May 2024 at 11:55pm.

In your application, please include/attach your Resume and 1-page Cover Letter. In your Cover Letter, please include which position you are applying for, and provide a brief overview addressing the Key Selection Criteria (KSC) as outlined in the Position Description. A separate document addressing KSC is not required.

Pre-employment checks are not used by Yarra City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Yarra City Council is committed to being a child safe organisation and supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer. We draw pride and strength from our diversity, remain open to new approaches and actively foster an inclusive workplace that celebrates the contribution made by all our people.