Statutory Planning Officer

Macedon Ranges Shire Council; Gisborne; Hybrid; AUD 81,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Purchased leave

Employee benefits platform access

Onsite health support

Job summary

Macedon Ranges Shire Council is offering a permanent full-time entry-level planning role in Gisborne, VIC. You will manage planning applications and provide clear guidance while growing your skills in a supportive team. The position starts with onboarding in-office then hybrid work later, with options for flexibility.

You should hold a degree in Town Planning or a related discipline and bring knowledge of statutory planning. A collaborative culture and community-focused growth are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Degree in Town Planning or related discipline (required).
• Knowledge or experience in statutory planning would be advantageous.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of planning applications.
• Provide clear, consistent advice on planning matters.
• Develop hands-on experience within a collaborative team.

Skills

Statutory planning

Communication

Customer focus

Education

Degree in Town Planning or related discipline

Job description

Permanent Full Time
$81,391 - $94,610 per annum plus Super and RDO
Position No: 8041

About the role

This is an excellent entry-level opportunity to kickstart your planning career with Macedon Ranges Shire Council's Statutory Planning team. In the role, you'll manage a varied caseload of planning applications and provide clear, consistent advice on a wide range of planning matters. You'll gain valuable hands‑on experience while working within a supportive and collaborative team environment. This position offers the chance to develop your skills and make a real contribution to the growth and development of the team.

About you

You're a motivated and enthusiastic individual with a strong customer focus, excellent communication skills, and a desire to be challenged early in your planning career. You hold a degree in Town Planning or a related discipline, and bring relevant knowledge or experience in statutory planning. You're eager to grow your expertise and contribute positively to a team that values collaboration and community outcomes.

Working at Macedon Ranges Shire Council

At Macedon Ranges Shire Council, we’re passionate about building a thriving workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute. You’ll work together alongside supportive and collaborative colleagues who share our values of honesty, accountability and innovation. We champion a culture of belonging through a variety of workplace flexibility options, and calendar of wellbeing, diversity and inclusion related programs and initiatives.

• Discount on memberships at Council gym and pool facilities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Purchased leave
• Access to hundreds of exclusive workplace benefits via our Employee Benefits platform
• Onsite treater available to support your health and wellbeing at work

We support flexible working arrangements. This role is initially office-based for onboarding, with hybrid work available in the future once established in the role, subject to manager approval and operational needs.

Position Description

For further information contact Scott Matheson, Coordinator Statutory Planning and Compliance on 5421 9759.

Interviews are expected to be held from the week commencing 9 Nov 2026.

We value diversity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, abilities, and identities. If you require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let us know at ****@mrsc.vic.gov.au.

Direct applications only – Council does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.