Guide development outcomes and help shape the City through expert statutory planning advice.

Why Work with Us?

• Full time hours (76 hours per fortnight)
• Nine-day fortnight option
• Generous superannuation (Up to 17% from July 2025, conditions apply)
• Two additional public holidays per year
• Health and wellness benefits such as free annual skin checks and flu vaccinations, biennial health assessments plus seasonal fitness/wellness sessions
• Free parking onsite
• Discounted membership to our fitness and aquatic facility in Thornlie (Leisure World)
• Access to on-site gym facility (at the Civic Centre)
• Convenient location close to Roe, Tonkin and Albany Highways
• Salary range:
  • Level 5 $91,398 to $96,582 plus super
  • Level 6 $98,223 to $105,770 plus super

About the City of Gosnells (City)

The City serves a diverse community of more than 135,000 residents. The City is a large local government in Western Australia with a reputation for professionalism, innovation and excellence. City employees enjoy a work environment that encourages professional development and promotes a healthy work-life balance.

About this position

The City is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Planner to join the Development Services team.

The salary range will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

Key responsibilities

• Assess and determine planning proposals, including development applications, subdivisions, scheme amendments, Structure Plans and Local Development Plans
• Prepare reports for Council and JDAP consideration
• Participate State Administrative Tribunal matters
• Attend meetings and provide written advice to government agencies, developers, the public and internal stakeholders
• Deliver excellent customer service across all interactions

What we are looking for

To be successful in this position, you must be able to demonstrate:

• Sound knowledge (Level 5) or comprehensive knowledge (Level 6) of land use planning and development control, including the application of relevant legislation, practices and trends.
• Good understanding of the importance of design in the planning process (Level 6).
• Effective report writing skills (Level 6)
• Excellent written and verbal and communication skills, along with the ability to interpret plans to customers.
• Strong organisational and customer service skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain position working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Demonstrated experience in a similar role will be highly regarded.

Essential requirements

• Degree in Urban and Regional Planning or a related discipline
• Driver's licence
• National Police Clearance (no older than three months). Please note: This is not essential to apply for the role but will be required at a later stage as it is an appointment condition.

Candidates may be considered for future similar positions if they become available within the next six months.

In return we can offer you

• A competitive salary and additional superannuation contributions
• Opportunities to grow your skills and career
• A supportive and forward-thinking work environment where your contributions shape the community's future.

Ready to apply?

For more information or to apply visit the City's website.

Human Resources can be contacted on 9397 3362 for any questions.

Applications close at 4pm on Thursday 10 July 2025.

The City of Gosnells embraces diversity and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, young people and people with disability.