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You will have the opportunity to make a positive difference and be proud of the future we are creating for our community. Join us, and our Mission of making the most of today, to create opportunities for tomorrow.
We are set up for flexibility - compressed work week or remote working.
Salary Range is $95,800 - $110,600 + 11.5% Superannuation
About Us
Join the City of Armadale, a vibrant and rapidly evolving local government authority dedicated to shaping a sustainable and thriving future for our community. Spanning over 560 square kilometers of diverse zones and precincts, our Strategic Planning team implements the City’s Town Planning Scheme, Local Planning Strategy, and other key initiatives. Together, we focus on sustainable land use for business, residential, social, and environmental purposes, ensuring our community continues to grow and prosper.
What You Will Be Working On
As a Senior Strategic Project Officer, you’ll play an instrumental role in guiding the City’s growth through strategic planning and innovative land use strategies. Your expertise will support impactful projects aligned with the City’s long-term vision, contributing to a balanced and sustainable future.
Key responsibilities include:
* Providing expert guidance on strategic planning projects, policy development, and regulatory compliance.
* Collaborating with stakeholders to create planning provisions, manage agreements, and drive land asset strategies.
* Conducting environmental and spatial analyses to support sustainable development and ensure community alignment.
* Overseeing project management for significant planning initiatives and coordinating cross-functional input.
* Engaging with the community and stakeholders to foster understanding and alignment on planning efforts.
About You
We are looking for a proactive and skilled professional who thrives on innovation and collaboration. To excel in this role, you will have:
* Qualifications in Urban and Regional Planning or a related field.
* Experience in a planning role within Local or State Government or private consultancy.
* A strong background in managing Local Planning Schemes, Local Planning Policies, and Strategic Projects.
* Comprehensive knowledge of Local Government’s role in Planning.
* Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
* The ability to prioritise and meet deadlines effectively.
What it is Like Working Here
We are a values-led organisation guided by our belief that we:
* Care
* Are Better, Together
* Learn & Grow
Joining our team means embracing a culture where we look after ourselves, and each other. We actively listen and give and receive constructive feedback. We build and strengthen resilience, in ourselves, in our organisation, and in the community. We are mindful of our impacts and encouraged to make responsible and sustainable decisions.
Other benefits include:
* We are set up for flexibility – we can compress your working week into a shorter period (9 day fortnight or 19 day month) and support remote working where we can.
* We are set up to improve your Wellbeing - Free membership to Armadale Fitness and Aquatic Centre, offering access to gym, pool, sauna, group classes as well as an annual calendar of Wellbeing events.
* If you put in extra super, we will match it (up to a maximum of 15%) which will help secure your financial future.
* Study Assistance where the City of Armadale supports its tenured employees to undertake a course of part-time study that will help with their own professional development.
* Flexible leave policies and additional days off.
* Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support.
* 17.5% Annual Leave Loading for when you take annual leave.
How to Apply
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in shaping the City of Armadale’s future? Join our passionate Strategic Planning team and be part of an exciting journey in driving sustainable growth and innovation.
We're reviewing applications as they come in, and the position may close earlier than expected.
Join Us in Making a Difference
The City of Armadale is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Indigenous people, people with disabilities, and those from different cultural backgrounds, to apply.
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