Senior Town Planner

Moira Shire Council; Cobram; On-site; AUD 104,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above Award pay rates

Flexible work arrangements

Training opportunities

Wellness initiatives

Parental leave

Volunteer leave

Job summary

Moira Shire Council invites applications for a Senior Town Planner to join a professional team. The role focuses on managing planning applications, scheme amendments and providing policy-driven advice to facilitate sustainable development within Moira Shire.

The position offers full-time employment with hybrid working options, above award rates, training opportunities and a supportive workplace culture in regional Victoria. Salary ranges begin at a competitive level with superannuation.

Qualifications

• Degree in Planning or related field; at least five years of relevant experience, preferably in Local Government in a senior role.
• Understanding of the Victorian planning system; ability to develop and implement planning policy/strategy through statutory mechanisms.
• Proven ability to think strategically, analyse complex situations, and achieve outcomes for Council.
• Demonstrated time management and ability to meet deadlines in a complex environment.
• Experience with business improvement activities to deliver strategic benefits.

Responsibilities

• Manage, prepare and process planning applications and scheme amendments.
• Provide planning advice based on research, policy and legislation; support sustainable development within the Moira Shire.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Time management

Stakeholder engagement

Policy analysis

Communications

Education

Degree in Planning

Job description

Job Category: Design and Architecture,Government, Defence & Emergency

Hiring Manager's Details: Melissa Burns - Planning Coordinator, 0358 719 222, [e-mail]

Become a Part of Moira Shire Council’s Exciting Journey!

At Moira Shire Council, we're reimagining local government with fresh ideas, a friendly approach, and a passion for making a real difference in our vibrant regional community. Nestled along the stunning Murray River, our region spans from the lush Barmah Forest to lively towns like Cobram, Numurkah, Nathalia, and Yarrawonga—one of Victoria’s top holiday spots.

We believe in working together with honesty, respect, integrity, teamwork, and accountability to create a future everyone can be proud of.

Our role as a Council? To serve, support, and inspire our communities to facilitate the success of the Moira2045 Community Vision .

Why Work With Us?

• Above Award pay rates
• A strong, values based, positive organisational culture
• Supportive and family-friendly workplace.
• Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle with opportunity to Work From Home
• Access to extensive training and education opportunities, including in-house leadership program
• Superannuation information sessions with Vision Super
• Salary packaging and novated leases available
• Access to wellness initiatives
• Corporate discounts at fivegyms across our shire
• Generous parental leave
• Up to two days paid volunteer leave for a community service within our shire.
• Cultural andceremonial leave.
• Opportunities for purchased leave to better accommodate your lifestyle.
• So much more.....

Please note all benefits are considered individually for roles on a pro-rata basis. Temporary and part-time roles may not be eligible for all inclusions.

Moira Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Moira promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value the contributions of all people and encourages people with a disability, Aboriginal Australians, young people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

Job Description

Position: Senior Town Planner

Type: Full time, hybrid working options may be available.

Salary: From $104,265.79– $1115,763.16 plus superannuation per year.

Employer: MOIRA SHIRE COUNCIL

About The Opportunity

Moira Shire Council has an exciting opportunity for a suitably experienced and enthusiastic Senior Town Planner to join our friendly and professional team.

This position contributes to establishing and implementing the strategic visions and plans for land use and development within the Moira Shire and facilitating appropriate and sustainable development by:

• Managing, preparing and processing planning applications and scheme amendments and ensuring that all functions and procedures are properly performed and executed.
• Providing planning advice based on research, investigation and an understanding of current trends, policies, planning controls and relevant procedures and legislation.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Degree in Planning or a related field, with at least five years of relevant experience, preferably in Local Government in a senior role.
• A thorough understanding of the Victorian planning system with a proven ability to develop and implement planning policy / strategy through statutory mechanisms.
• Proven ability to think strategically, analyse complex situations, develop creative solutions and achieve outcomes that advance Council outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to manage time, set priorities, achieve objectives and meet deadlines in a complex environment.
• Proven ability to work on business improvement activities to deliver strategic benefits through review of processes, systems, and operating procedures.
• Highly developed skills in communication of complex ideas, community consultation and facilitation of stakeholders to achieve quality outcomes.