Graduate Statutory Planner

Manningham City Council; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 76,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Free on-site parking

Flexible work options

Job summary

Manningham City Council is inviting applicants for a Graduate Statutory Planner in Melbourne. This full-time entry-level role supports the Statutory Planning service by handling assessments, preparing reports, and assisting with policy development.

Hybrid arrangements and a focus on delivering high-quality customer service are emphasized. You will have recently completed a Town Planning degree and hold a valid Victoria driver's licence, with mentorship and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• You have completed a tertiary degree in Town Planning within the last 2 years.
• Hold a Driver's licence valid in Victoria.
• You are seeking an entry-level pathway into the workforce, looking to create a foundation for a career in statutory planning.

Responsibilities

• Assessment and processing of planning and subdivision applications, amendments, condition 1 plans, secondary consents, time extensions, and planning enquiries in accordance with Council's Instrument of Delegation.
• Prepare clear and concise planning reports and general correspondence in a paperless office.
• Support the development of policies, processes and procedures within the planning team and other Council teams as required.
• Provide excellent customer service and clear and concise technical advice to all stakeholders.
• Contribute to a service culture of excellence, collaboration, and accountability.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Team player

Driver's licence

Education

Town Planning degree (recent)

Job description

• Band 5 - $84,614.12 per annum, plus super and a monthly RDO.
• Hybrid working arrangements available.
• Free on-site parking.

Manningham offers challenging and rewardingemployment opportunities to innovative, passionate, and driven people. We havea positive and friendly working environment and are committed to fostering acustomer focused, delivery led culture. We offer our employees a range ofbenefits including flexible work options, opportunities for career development,health and wellbeing initiatives, and an active Social Club.

The opportunity

Working aspart of the Statutory Planning team, the Graduate Statutory Planner is afull-time, entry-level position centred around supporting the service delivery,systems, and processes of the Statutory Planning service unit.

Key activities ofthis role include:

• Assessment and processing of a range ofplanning and subdivision applications, amendments, condition 1 plans, secondaryconsents, time extensions, and planning enquiries in accordance with Council'sInstrument of Delegation.
• Prepare clear and concise planning reportsand general correspondence in a paperless office.
• Supporting the development of policies,processes and procedures within the planning team and other Council teams asrequired.
• Providing excellent customer service andclearand concise technical advice to all stakeholders.
• Contributing to a service culture ofexcellence, collaboration, and accountability.

As aManningham Council graduate you can expect:

• Experiences in real roles andprojects, doing meaningful work.
• Learning and development support tobuild the foundational capabilities and skills for a successful career.
• Guidance from a network of mentorsacross our Service Units.
• Invaluable exposure to LocalGovernment services.

About you

Youhave completed a tertiary degree in Town Planning within the last 2 years.

Hold a Driver's licence valid in Victoria.

• Youare seeking an entry-level pathway into the workforce, looking to create afoundation for a career in statutory planning.
• You are a problemsolver with excellent analytical skills and the ability to thinkstrategically and develop innovative design solutions.
• You have excellentwritten and verbal communication skills and a demonstrated ability toprepare clear and concise reports with high level attention to detail.
• You possess excellentinterpersonal skills to respond to challenging situations effectively andappropriately, with the ability to successfully negotiate and achieve positiveplanning outcomes.
• You have well developed organisational skills to plan, prioritise andorganise work to meet performance objectives and targets.
• You are a team playerwith a willingness to contribute and collaborate well with others.

We are committed to delivering the bestworkplace experience for our people.

This means that we live our values (working together, excellence,accountable, respectful, empowered) every day. We understand the value of asafe and inclusive workplace culture, which is why we are committed to genderand intersectional equality. Our Employee Code of Conduct, ReconciliationAction Plan and Gender Equality Action Plan hold us accountable as we continueto build on positive change at Manningham.

We areembracing new technology and improving our customers' experiences.

It's avery exciting time to be working at Manningham. Working here is oftenchallenging where no day is the same. You will have the opportunity to takeownership of your work, have your ideas heard and your achievementsacknowledged.

We areconstantly transforming our organisation to best support the needs of our localcommunity.

We are looking for anew game changer to join the team. A high performing individual who wants toshape positive and inclusive outcomes for our community. You'll have theopportunity to take ownership of your work while developing and testing newideas within a culture of learning to deliver excellent outcomes forManningham.

PositionDescription can be viewed below or is available on the job advertisement on the Manningham careers' section:

Job Vacancies

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Daniel Yu, Acting Manager Statutory Planning on (03) 9840 9***. For all other enquiries contact Human Resources via email at**@manningham.vic.gov.au

Applications close on Wednesday 23 September 2026 at 11:00pm

Don't meetevery requirement for this role? Studies have shown women and those ofunderrepresented groups are less likely to apply for roles unless they meet allthe criteria. We recognise that different experiences make for great communityoutcomes. If your experience doesn't perfectly align with the selectioncriteria, but you're excited about this role and keen to work at ManninghamCouncil, we encourage you to apply now.

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

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

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

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

ManninghamCouncil is a child safe organisation and, as such, applicants may be requiredto hold a Working with Children Check.