- Full
time, permanent position
- Band 5 –
Salary from $81,962 plus 12% superannuation
- Based at
Doncaster
This is an exciting opportunity for
a statutory planner to play a role in pursuing great planning outcomes 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 home care, 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.
Position
Description can be viewed below or is available on the job advertisement on the
Manningham careers’ section:Job Vacancies
How to
Apply
Click APPLY
to submit your up to date CV and cover letter addressing the key requirements
of the role. For a confidential discussion please contact Daniel Yu, Coordinator
Statutory Planning on (03) 9840 9318.
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 Thursday 13 November 2025 at midday 12:00pm.
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.
