Planning Officer

About this role

Planning Officer (Ref: 1213) Are you a Planning Officer seeking experience in a vibrant regional coastal local government offering a diverse planning portfolio? This fixed term position in our supportive team is an excellent opportunity to build your planning knowledge in a wide variety of land use zones and strategic infrastructure. About the position: The City has a unique and exciting opportunity available for a motivated individual to join our Statutory Planning team on a fixed term basis until 24 December 2027. Tailored to your career stage, we are seeking applications from candidates with all levels of experience to support the assessment and processing of development applications as well as provide high level customer support for enquiries relating to zoning, subdivision, land use and development. Key accountabilities: • Process town planning applications in accordance with the provisions of the Local Planning Schemes and policies. • Assist with the implementation of Council resolutions and provide regular reports to the Coordinator Statutory Planning on progress of action. • Assist and contribute towards the identification, development, implementation and review of guidelines, policies and procedures in relation to town planning. • Respond to general enquiries (personal, written or telephone) relating to zoning, subdivision, development/use of land, Council’s Local Planning Schemes, policies, relevant Acts, Local laws or Regulations, and where appropriate the application of proper town planning principles. • Effectively liaise with relevant stakeholders, providing advice and specialist support in the delivery, review and/or resolution of planning matters. For further information and to view the Position Description, visit www.cgg.wa.gov.au/employment To gain a better understanding of the role and to discuss how your qualifications, experience and career goals relate to the position please call Heath Martin, Manager City Growth on (08) 9956 6742. Position requirements: Ideally, candidates will hold or be progressing towards a tertiary qualification in Urban & Regional Planning (or similar) and have experience suited to the Planning Officer role. Completion of a pre-employment medical including alcohol and other substances testing is required of all positions at the City. Remuneration and benefits: The Planning Officer position has a salary starting from $102,015 per year, offered dependent on knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications. Some of the additional benefits of working for the City include: • Up to 21% superannuation (with superannuation co-contribution scheme) • 22 Annual Leave days per annum • Health & Wellbeing Program • Flexible working arrangements • Career opportunities • Study Assistance • Centrally located • Free parking About the City Overlooking the Indian Ocean, Geraldton is a thriving regional city at the heart of Australia's Coral Coast. With a growing population of over 41,000 people it offers a wide range of services and activities. Geraldton is recognised as one of WA's key growth areas and the opportunities in this regional city are plentiful. You can be part of working with us to deliver the best for our community and this region. The City of Greater Geraldton actively welcomes, includes and values the unique contributions of all people in its workplace. The City welcomes applications from all age groups, people with a disability, and those from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer with strong commitment to fitness for work and safety in the workplace. Interested in applying? For information on how to apply for this position, visit the City’s website www.cgg.wa.gov.au/employment To be considered for this vacancy, applicants are advised to include the following: 1. A current resume 2. A written response (maximum 1250 characters per criteria) addressing the following selection criteria inclusive of examples to support your claims: i. Knowledge and appreciation of relevant legislation, regulations and current town planning requirements, principles and practices within Western Australia (including interpreting and applying the Residential Design Codes of WA). ii. Experience assessing planning applications. iii. High level interpersonal, negotiation, public relations and customer service skills. iv. Ability to research, interpret and effectively communicate advice on legislation and policies. Applications close 4pm Monday 17 August 2026 Ross McKim CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER