Senior Strategic Planner

City of Vincent is a vibrant and progressive inner-city local government, a place where you can make a real difference! We are proud to say that our passion and our purpose is to create an amazing place for current and future generations to enjoy. A place that residents are proud to call home, where businesses thrive and where people want to visit.

We want to be known for being a courageous, clever, and creative organisation where new ideas flourish, where staff are proud to say they work, and where others want to join. We are Team Vincent.

About the Role

The Senior Strategic Planner will play a pivotal role in developing the City of Vincent’s team into industry leaders by planning, managing, and delivering key strategic projects.

This role is responsible for applying simple solutions for complex problems and providing professional guidance and mentorship to the multi-disciplinary team using best practice principles.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for a high performing candidate who excels in innovative problem solving, managing projects to tight deadlines, presenting to key stakeholders, and working in a collaborative, fast paced team environment.

The candidate requires extensive experience in the preparation of local planning policies, local planning schemes and strategic plans under the Western Australian planning framework. The successful candidate would also demonstrate an excellent ability to interpret and apply legislation. Tertiary qualifications in Urban and Regional Planning or a related discipline are essential.

What can the City of Vincent offer you?

• Central Leederville location where you can enjoy a vibrant town centre with great coffee and an abundance of dining options
• Free onsite parking and public transport within walking distance
• 5 weeks leave (4 weeks annual leave plus an additional 1 week special leave each year)
• Flexible working arrangement options available to support a range of lifestyles
• Personalised professional development to achieve your career aspirations, including paid study leave and study assistance
• Enjoy the health benefits of a heavily discounted Beatty Park Membership
• Up to 15.5% employer superannuation contributions
• Support for families with up to 12 weeks additional Paid Parental Leave
• Novated lease options available
• We believe mental and physical wellness is an integral part of our workplace culture, and our extensive program offers an assortment of initiatives to promote happiness, productivity and engagement

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online and include a cover letter and CV.

To discuss your application or for any questions, contact Tim Elliott, Coordinator Strategic Planning on (08) 9273 6528.

The City of Vincent is an organisation that values the diversity of our staff, and promotes a workplace that actively welcomes and includes the unique contributions of all people. The City encourages people of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all sexual orientations and gender identity, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

We are also committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming experience for potential candidates and welcome requests for reasonable adjustments during our recruitment and selection process.

Applications close 5 : 00pm Monday, 7 July 2024.

We reserve the right to close the advertisement early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified.

Thank you for your interest in joining Team Vincent.

Attachments :

• Position Description - Senior Strategic Planner - May 2024.pdf