Statutory Planner (Subdivisions)

Darebin City Council; City of Darebin; On-site; AUD 83,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RDO entitlements

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Darebin City Council is seeking a Statutory Planner (Subdivisions) to deliver high-quality land use and development assessment in a progressive council. The role concentrates on subdivision applications and related statutory planning, while supporting diverse projects including unit developments and heritage proposals.

You will provide timely planning advice, assess applications, and prepare reports, while refining your professional knowledge in a customer-first organisation.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in land-use/town planning or closely related discipline.
• Well developed understanding of the Victorian urban planning system and related acts.
• Ability to research and analyse planning related issues.
• Ability to manage time, set priorities and prepare and implement work plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality statutory planning advice and customer service to applicants, residents and Council staff.
• Assess and determine planning applications of simple to average complexity in accordance with policy and legislation.
• Provide specialist advice on subdivision matters and lead processing for Certification and Statement of Compliance.
• Prepare planning reports and recommendations for planning permit applications.
• Support Council’s representation at VCAT hearings.

Skills

Land-use planning

Customer service

Time management

Research skills

Education

Tertiary qualification in land-use/town planning

Job description

• Permanent, full-time position with RDO and flexible work arrangements available
• Band 5 Salary - $82,985.24 - $95,307.68
• Convenient Central Preston location adjacent Preston Market and Preston train station

We're building Darebin's future - and we're looking for great people to join us.

As a Statutory Planer (Subdivisions), you will contribute to a positive and high performing team focused on providing statutory planning services that realise the Darebin community’s vision for a more equitable, vibrant and connected municipality.

The position is responsible for town planning and selected subdivision functions and providing clear, prompt advice to the public and Council staff on matters relating to the use and development of land.

As a Band 5 role, the position focuses on providing day-to-day customer service and processing simple to average complexity statutory planning approvals, including specialist support for subdivision approvals, while refining and developing the incumbent’s professional knowledge and skills.

About the role:

The Statutory Planner (Subdivisions) supports the delivery of high quality land use and development assessment, in a progressive and customer first organisation. The Statutory Planner (Subdivisions) role has a specialist focus on select subdivision applications, however in this role you will also work across a diverse range of projects ranging from unit developments, heritage proposals, industrial and commercial developments and applications abutting our creek environments.

You will:

• Provide high-quality statutory planning advice and customer service to applicants, residents and Council staff.
• Assess and determine planning applications of simple to average complexity in accordance with policy and legislation.
• Provide specialist advice on some subdivision matters and take a lead role in processing applications for Certification and Statement of Compliance.
• Prepare planning reports and recommendations for planning permit applications.
• Support Council’s representation at VCAT hearings.

About you:

These are the skills, experience and values we are looking for.

• Tertiary qualification in land-use/town planning or other closely related discipline.
• Well developed understanding of the Victorian urban planning system and related acts.
• Ability to research and analyse planning related issues.
• Ability to manage time, set priorities and prepare and implement work plans in order to achieve desired results within the resources and time available.
• Well developed customer service skills.

Why Darebin?

Darebin City Council is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We proudly serve one of the most diverse communities in Victoria, and we know that a diverse workforce strengthens our ability to deliver meaningful outcomes.

We offer:

• A supportive team environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• A workplace that values collaboration, integrity, respect and creativity
• The chance to make a real difference

Applications close on Monday 12th October 2026. Applications will be reviewed during the advertising period so if you're interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to get your application in as early as possible.

For a confidential discussion about the role and the opportunity, contact Marisia Hammerton, Coordinator Statutory Planning ***************@darebin.vic.gov.au, 84708850.

Should you need reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process to support your accessibility needs, please get in contact with us and advise how we can best support you.

Pre-employment Checks

Darebin is committed to providing a safe working environment that embraces and values child safety, and thorough 'Safety Screening' processes apply.

To work at Darebin City Council, you will be required to supply proof of work rights, a Victorian Employee Working with Children Check and comply with Child Safety standards.

All employees are required to undertake an Australian Criminal History Check and may be required to complete a Functional Health Assessment.