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Permanent | Full Time | 76hrs Per FortnightPremium Recquatic Membership | 12.5% Superannuation | Rostered Day Off (9 Day Fortnight)This position is classified as a PACS Band 8 ($97,596 - $105,642) under the City of Kwinanas structured remuneration system.________________________________________Whats On OfferAs Kwinana continues to grow and evolve, we have a unique opportunity for a talented planner to join our dedicated team in the role of Senior Statutory Planning Officer. Reporting to the Coordinator Statutory Planning, the successful candidate will take on a leadership role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the Statutory Planning team, including development control, process improvement, and providing guidance and support to junior team members.As our new Senior Statutory Planning Officer, you will be responsible for assessing and reviewing development and subdivision applications across a wide range of planning issues. Drawing on your exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, you will provide specialist technical advice and deliver high-quality customer service to both the community and the organisation, contributing positively to our workplace culture.Who Are We?The City of Kwinana is an award-winning local government at the heart of Western Australias major industrial region and is home to the states second fastest growing population. With ongoing redevelopment, including new residential areas, modern community facilities, and improved transport links, Kwinana is rapidly evolving into a vibrant, connected, and liveable city making it an exciting place to live and work.This is your opportunity to take the next step in your planning career and play a key role in shaping the future of Kwinanas growing and evolving community.What You''ll NeedTo make an impact as our new Senior Statutory Planning Officer, the successful candidate will possess the following skills and attributes:Strong knowledge of WA town planning principles and approval processes, including discretionary decision-making powers.A team player who can work constructively within a small team and influence outcomes through collaboration and relationship building.An excellent communicator who can provide clear advice to stakeholders and is committed to customer-focused service.Ability to undertake complex assessments and prepare high-quality written reports.A degree in Urban and Regional Planning (or equivalent)We welcome candidates who thrive on new challenges and the diverse opportunities presented in a planning environment undergoing significant transformation.Whats In It For You?At the City of Kwinana you will enjoy a true work-life balance, with access to flexible working arrangements and a fantastic workplace culture borne from a collaborative team environment.Other perks include, but are not limited toA fantastic workplace, recently ranked alongside the top 10% of the most constructive local governments in Australia and New Zealand for workplace culture!Competitive salary plus 12.5% superannuation.Nine-day fortnightA robust employee wellness program with initiatives designed to support employees'' physical and mental wellbeing.A generous Celebration and Recognition Policy for employees.The opportunity for flexible working arrangements.Career development, training opportunities and study support.Premium Kwinana Recquatic Centre membership.Want To Know More?To be considered for this position, applicants must submit a CV and a cover letter (maximum two pages) demonstrating their suitability by addressingthe Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description.For more information relating to the position please call Asha Logan, Coordinator Statutory Planning, on 9439 0427 .The City of Kwinana reserves the right to commence recruitment prior to the closing date, and will not accept or consider late applicationsThe City of Kwinana promotes and values diversity to create a unique work force. Applicants from diverse backgrounds, such as Aboriginal people, people living with disability or people from different cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The City also strives to be a customer centric organisation, with the customer at the centre of everything we do. As such, all employees play an important role in helping us to achieve this by ensuring they provide best-practice customer service. The City has the goal of zero harm for its employees, this includes providing a smoke-free environment and minimising exposure to the elements. Conditions of employment are in accordance with the Citys current Enterprise Agreement. For further information, please contact our Recruitment team on 9236 4618 or 9236 4628 .Please note: As part of the Citys recruitment process, the selected applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical which includes a Drug and Alcohol screen test.How do your skills match this job?How do your skills match this job?Sign in and update your profile to get insights.To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory.Featured jobsSenior ConsultantUrbis LtdPerth WA6d agoSenior Planner and Associate/Senior AssociatePerth WA11d agoLinkforcePerth WA19d agoResearching careers? Find all the information and tips you need on career advice. #J-18808-Ljbffr