Statutory Planner

Please view the below documents for this position:

• Position Description
• Inherent Requirements
• Benefits 

We're looking for two motivated planners to join our Statutory Planning team, delivering practical, professional, and community-focused planning services. In these roles, you'll work on a varied caseload of planning applications, collaborate with a supportive team, and play a key role in shaping how our community develops.

In this role, you'll:
• Assess and process planning applications efficiently, ensuring decisions align with Council policies, planning scheme provisions, and relevant legislation
• Provide clear, practical, and timely advice to applicants, internal teams, stakeholders, and the wider community
• Review complex planning matters, identify key issues, and develop balanced recommendations
• Prepare high-quality written correspondence, reports, and recommendations on a wide range of planning applications
• Represent Council at VCAT and other forums when required, presenting cases confidently and professionally
• Contribute to improvements in systems, processes, and team ways of working to support consistent and efficient outcomes

What we offer:
• Permanent full-time roles with a competitive salary of $83,480 – $95,636 plus 12% super and a monthly ADO
• Hybrid working arrangements – balance working from home with collaboration on site
• A supportive, high-performing team that values shared learning and innovation
• Modern, sustainable office in Malvern, close to trains, trams, cafés and shops

If you're looking to take your planning career to the next level in a dynamic and rewarding environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team shaping the future of Stonnington. 

To thrive in these roles, candidates will bring:
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to collaborate across teams, influence outcomes, and manage multiple competing priorities effectively
• Sound knowledge of the Victorian Planning Policy Framework and a clear understanding of current planning issues affecting local communities
• Experience engaging with a variety of stakeholders, including applicants, internal teams, and the wider community, to achieve positive planning outcomes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare high-quality reports and provide clear, professional advice to both internal and external audiences
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, with the ability to use digital tools to support efficient planning processes
• A tertiary qualification in Town Planning (or equivalent) with relevant planning experience, or a related qualification with planning experience, eligibility for PIA membership, and a current driver's licence

Enquiries
For enquiries relating to the role, please contact Amanda Connolly - Coordinator Statutory Planning on
For enquiries relating to the system and the application process, please contact a member of the Talent Acquisition team on

Submitting your application 

In your cover letter, we invite you to demonstrate how your skills and experience align with the requirements outlined in the Position Description, and to share what draws you to the opportunity to work with the City of Stonnington. The City of Stonnington is a child-safe, equal opportunity employer valuing diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Here at the City of Stonnington we aspire to be a leading local government authority and to do this we need the very best people who share our belief in community and who want to make a difference. We value everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. We provide an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to thrive and be authentic. There is a variety of offerings available for our people, have a look at "Why Stonnington".

If you have any support or access requirements, or would like to speak to someone about employment or an alternative processes, please contact Council's Talent Acquisition team on

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