Student Statutory Planner — Rotational Part-Time Program

Darebin City Council; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 79,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible study commitments

Mentoring and development

Supportive planning team

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Darebin City Council offers a unique Student Planner role in a fast-growing metropolitan area. This temporary, part-time program spans 12 months, rotating between Planning Administration and Statutory Planning.

You’ll manage real planning applications with guidance from experienced planners and learn through hands-on exposure while you study. The role supports your studies, provides structured mentorship, and helps you develop practical skills, industry knowledge, and professional confidence for

Qualifications

• Interested in pursuing a career in statutory planning or local government planning.
• Currently studying a degree in land use planning, town planning or a related discipline.
• Understanding of Victorian planning system and related legislation from tertiary studies.
• Ability to research, analyse and interpret planning-related issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality statutory planning advice under supervision.
• Assist with assessment of simple planning applications under supervision.
• Prepare planning reports and recommendations under supervision.
• Assist with planning administration and customer service functions.

Skills

Interest in planning

Customer service

Time management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Degree in land use planning or town planning (studying)

Job description

Darebin City Council offers a unique Student Planner role in a fast-growing metropolitan area. This temporary, part-time program spans 12 months, rotating between Planning Administration and Statutory Planning.

You’ll manage real planning applications with guidance from experienced planners and learn through hands-on exposure while you study. The role supports your studies, provides structured mentorship, and helps you develop practical skills, industry knowledge, and professional confidence for