Strategic Planning Coordinator

Alpine Shire Council; Bright; Hybrid; AUD 116,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpine Shire Council in Bright, VIC, seeks a Strategic Planning Coordinator to lead a dedicated planning team on major land-use strategies arising from the Alpine Planning Scheme Review 2023. You will refine policy, monitor outcomes, and provide strategic advice to a range of stakeholders across the shire.

The role requires town planning qualifications (or progress towards) and a proven track record in similar roles.

Qualifications

• Qualifications in town planning or related discipline (or working towards this) will be considered favourably.
• Experience in a similar role.
• Energetic and engaging personality.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the day-to-day operations of Council’s Strategic Planning Team.
• Research, develop and implement effective strategies, policies and guidelines for the new Council Plan and key objectives.
• Refine and improve the Alpine Planning Scheme with monitoring, reporting mechanisms and local policy improvements.
• Provide strategic planning advice to applicants, objectors, residents, Councillors and staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Project coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Town planning degree

Job description

This is your opportunity to take the next step in your career - we are seeking a motivated and experienced Strategic Planning Coordinator.

This role will lead and coordinate a dedicated Strategic Planning Team addressing the findings and recommendations of the Alpine Planning Scheme Review 2023, which supports the delivery of the most ambitious strategic work program Alpine Shire Council (Council) has ever embarked upon. This program includes major land use planning strategies that will assist in addressing the review’s recommendations regarding the need to:

• establish a clear vision for the four main townships of Bright, Mount Beauty-Tawonga South, Myrtleford, and Porepunkah that will contain the majority of the shire’s future population;
• implement the Alpine Shire Land Development Strategy;
• prepare and implement the Alpine Shire Rural Directions Strategy;
• implement flood studies applying to land in the Kiewa and Ovens Valleys;
• undertake a comprehensive review of the zones and controls that apply to Dinner Plain, Freeburgh, Harrietville and Wandiligong;
• identify and protect significant landscapes and vegetation; and
• implement the Alpine Shire Heritage Review 2026.

How you’ll make a difference

Drawing on your professional experience and excellent communication skills, you will work on some of the most significant planning projects Council has ever undertaken.

Your enthusiasm and confidence will have a positive influence on those around you, and your professionalism will enhance Council’s reputation as a responsive and efficient organisation.

Your duties will include:

• Coordinate the day-to-day operations of Council’s Strategic Planning Team.
• Research, develop and implement effective and innovative strategies, policies and guidelines that will help deliver the new Council Plan together with the specific objectives of this key position.
• Refine and improve the Alpine Planning Scheme through developing effective monitoring, and reporting mechanisms and procedures including developing effective improvements to local planning policy, guidelines and objectives.
• Provision of strategic planning advice to applicants, objectors, residents, Councillors and staff.

At Alpine Shire Council, we are constantly looking for new ways to deliver the best possible outcomes for our community. This role will help guide the Council’s Strategic Planning Team through an exciting time with numerous challenging projects. With your excellent communication and interpersonal skills, you will be able to work with your colleagues and staff to ensure positive outcomes. You can multi-task, prioritise, meet deadlines, and use technology and software solutions to get your job done well.

You will be well organised and value attention to detail. With your commitment to delivery and excellent communication skills, you will be able to develop positive relationships that result in better outcomes. As an industry professional, you will have a good working knowledge of the applicable legislation, and an understanding of enforcement and prosecution procedures.

Qualifications in town planning or a related discipline (or working towards this) will be considered favourably

Experience in a similar role

An energetic and engaging personality

Alpine Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity employer. People of all abilities, ages, from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds and First Nations peoples are encouraged to apply for this position. We will provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace to support equal opportunities.

Permanent Full-Time Position

Alpine Shire Council Enterprise Agreement: Band 8

Salary Range: $116,156 to $135,123 per year + Super + Annual Leave Loading

Based in Bright with the capacity to work from home up to 40% in line with organisational policy.

Applications close at 11:59pm on 15 November 2026.

Required checks for this position prior to commencement

The preferred candidate will be required to complete a Nationally Coordinated Criminal Background Check. This check is organised by Council.

All offers of employment by Council are subject to satisfactory completion of the Nationally Coordinated Criminal Background Check.

Please note: Recruitment activity may commence prior to the closing date, so don't delay submitting your application. Council reserves the right to appoint a candidate into the role prior to the closing date. Applicants will be kept updated on the status of their application.

About Alpine Shire

Alpine Shire Council is a values-based organisation that delivers meaningful outcomes for its community. We are led by Councillors and an Executive Leadership Group that genuinely cares, and, at our core, passionate colleagues who enjoy what they do. We offer flexibility and invest in developing our people.

We are located in the stunning high-country region of North East Victoria surrounded by spectacular mountains with plenty of natural waterways for you to enjoy. Renowned as one of Victoria’s premier holiday destinations, this spectacular region is an adventure and nature lover’s paradise. Within our beautiful high country we really have it all – downhill and cross country skiing; world class mountain biking; fishing; four-wheel driving; paragliding; rock climbing; rafting and so much more!

Appreciate a flexible work life balance with an adventure, nature and food lover’s paradise on your doorstep. Enjoy the rural lifestyle and be welcomed by a friendly community who love where they live.

Child Safety at Alpine Shire Council

Alpine Shire Council is committed to the safety, participation and empowerment of children and young people. Every child and young person has the right to feel safe. Council has zero tolerance for child abuse and is committed to acting in the best interests of children at all times.

Successful applicants will be required to comply with Council's Child Safe Policy, Child Safe Standards, Code of Conduct and all child safe requirements. All our employees have a shared responsibility to protect children and young people from harm and abuse.