Planner

Are you passionate about shaping vibrant, sustainable communities? The Shire of York is seeking a motivated and skilled Planner to play a key role in supporting positive development outcomes across our unique built and natural environments. This role requires strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills to engage constructively with stakeholders and ensure development aligns with the Local Planning Scheme, Council policies, and relevant legislation. With a focus on transparent, well-reasoned planning advice and exceptional customer service, this position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic regional setting.

Key Responsibilities

Assess and determine development applications in accordance with the Shire’s Local Planning Scheme, policies, and relevant statutory controls under Council delegation.

Lead the development and review of local planning policies, procedures, and guidelines, relevant to the area.

Brief and instruct Council’s solicitors on enforcements actions, prosecutions, appeals and appear as an expert witness as required in accordance with Council’s policies.

Provide technical advice and expertise to internal and external stakeholders in relation to statutory planning issues, including subdivisions.

Monitor development compliance and participate in associated enforcement actions.

Provide support for the planning appeals process as required, including documentation, preparation and appearance as required.

Remuneration :

The salary for the position is offered in accordance with Level 7 of the Shire of York Inside Staff Enterprise Agreement 2019 ($95,657.66 – 100,297.77). Placement within the range will be determined by the applicant’s skills and experience.

The Shire offers :

A Wellness Program which includes free gym and pool membership at the Shire owned facilities as well as other health initiatives.

Option to make additional superannuation contributions matched by the Shire.

A generous uniform allowance.

Further Information :

The position description for the role is available above or by contacting Sharla Simunov on

• A national police clearance and pre-employment medical will be required prior to offer of employment. All Shire positions are subject to a three-month probation period.

How to apply :

To apply for this role, please forward a cover letter and current resume including two recent referees to :

Chief Executive Officer

Shire of York

PO Box 22

York WA 6302, or Email :

Applications close : 4.00pm on Monday 14 July 2025.

Applications for this position are open until a suitable pool of candidates is received. This means the vacancy may close without notice. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible.

The Shire values diversity in its workforce and encourages people from all age groups and cultural backgrounds to apply.