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OverviewSenior Co-Ordinator Statutory PlanningPermanent Full Time (with flexible hours)Band 8 $125,815.25 + super + RDO (RDO applicable for full-time 38 hours per week only)Why You''ll Want to Join UsSupportive and friendly team environment where we value growth and developmentHybrid/flexible working arrangements and an emphasis on work/life balanceWork in a dynamic and collaborative environmentBenefits PackageHybrid Working Policy For those working full time hours - 3 days worked in the office and 2 days WFHExceptional leave entitlements - 16 days personal leave, 18 weeks parental leave, plus cultural leave and compassionate leaveHealth and wellbeing - free EAP counselling, discounted leisure membership 40% off for Staff and 25% off for Managers, salary sacrifice childcare optionsProfessional Development leadership courses and learning workshops, Education Assistance Program featuring study and exam leave and up to 50% course fee reimbursementAbout the RoleThe Senior Coordinator Statutory Planning leads a highperforming statutory planning team and delivers responsive, customerfocused planning services that support quality development outcomes across the municipality.Reporting to the Manager Statutory Planning, this role oversees complex planning applications, provides expert advice on the Planning Scheme, represents Council at VCAT as required, and drives continuous improvement in service delivery, governance, and team capability.We''re proud to offer flexible working arrangements, strong internal development pathways, and a culture that prioritises wellbeing and connection. The position offers a great opportunity to contribute to the statutory planning team, with hands-on learning, mentorship and future career progression opportunities.What We''re Looking ForWe''re looking for a candidate with excellent understanding of the Victorian Planning controls and experience in managing a diverse team of statutory planners to help deliver great outcomes in Statutory Planning.Yarra City Council is a dynamic organisation, proud of our diversity. We strive to continually improve services to the community.Need More Info?For further information, please refer to the Position Description or contact Ally Huynh at [email protected] Description Senior Co-Ordintor Statutory Planning 2025 (1).pdfApplications close on: Friday 13 February 2026 at 11:55pmHow to ApplyTo apply for this role, please upload your CV, Cover Letter and Key Selection Criteria.At Yarra Every Job is a Climate Job! Acting on the climate emergency requires that we change the way we think, make decisions, and prioritise action. We must embed proactive climate responses in the ways we govern, live our lives, and conduct our work. Every choice we make today and into the future will have an impact; this is true for Council and the community.Acknowledging the scale of this crisis, at Yarra we are committed to ensuring that every job is a climate job meaning that each staff member will play a key role in shaping our climate response.Yarra''s Commitment to DiversityYarra 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr