Town Planner or Senior Town Planner

RFF Pty Ltd; Western Australia; Sur place; AUD 115 000 - 140 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Superannuation

Bonuses

4-day work week

Professional development

Collaborative team

Community impact

WA Crown Land exposure

Résumé du poste

RFF Pty Ltd in Perth is seeking a Town Planner or Senior Town Planner to join our Western Australia team and contribute to strategic planning, land development, and regional growth initiatives. The role offers exposure to Crown Land, Native Title, Aboriginal heritage, and complex tenure matters.

Regional travel within WA may be required for stakeholder engagement, site assessments, and project delivery. Remuneration ranges from AUD 115,000 to 140,000 per year, plus bonus and superannuation, with

Qualifications

• We welcome applicants with a range of experience; remuneration will reflect capability and expertise.

Responsabilités

• Provide clear, well researched planning advice
• Manage development applications and planning processes across state and local frameworks
• Assess land use opportunities and development constraints
• Engage with government agencies, community groups, Traditional Owners, and industry partners
• Contribute to business development and new project opportunities
• Coordinate subconsultants to ensure successful project delivery

Connaissances

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Knowledge of WA planning laws

Formation

Urban and Regional Planning qualification

Outils

Microsoft Office

Planning software

Description du poste

$115,000 – $140,000 per year + bonus + super

RFF is a purpose driven organisation transforming regional Western Australia. Since 2011, we have delivered projects that strengthen communities, unlock economic opportunity, and support sustainable development across the state.

Our work includes land assembly, regional development, infrastructure delivery, social initiatives, and Aboriginal economic development. We work closely with industry partners, local governments, small businesses, and community organisations to tackle complex regional challenges and create lasting impact.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Town Planner or Senior Town Planner to join our Perth based team.

This role is ideal for someone who wants to contribute to meaningful planning and development outcomes while gaining exposure to a diverse range of projects across Western Australia. You will work on strategic planning, land development, regional growth initiatives, and complex land matters unique to the state.

You will gain valuable experience in Crown Land, Native Title, Aboriginal heritage, and tenure considerations, with support to grow your expertise in these areas.

Regional travel within Western Australia may be required for stakeholder engagement, site assessments, and project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clear, well researched planning advice
• Manage development applications and planning processes across state and local frameworks
• Assess land use opportunities and development constraints
• Engage with government agencies, community groups, Traditional Owners, and industry partners
• Contribute to business development and new project opportunities
• Coordinate subconsultants to ensure successful project delivery

Your Qualifications and Experience

We welcome applicants with a range of experience. Remuneration will reflect your capability and expertise.

You will ideally have

• A tertiary qualification in Urban and Regional Planning
• Two to ten years of professional planning experience
• Knowledge of Western Australian planning legislation, policies, and approval processes
• Experience or interest in development applications, structure planning, and rezoning
• Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and project management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and planning related software
• A self motivated, proactive approach with the ability to work independently and collaboratively

Please include in your cover letter

• Your relevant experience in the private and or public sector
• An example of a project you have worked on, or for early career applicants, a relevant academic or internship project

A clear project example will be highly regarded.

Why Join RFF

• Competitive salary package plus superannuation plus performance based bonuses
• Flexible work options including the possibility of a four day work week
• Professional development opportunities in complex regional and land use planning
• A supportive, collaborative team environment with meaningful community impact
• Exposure to Crown Land, Native Title, Aboriginal heritage, and tenure complexities unique to Western Australia