- Band 5: $87,000 to $100,150 - Inclusive of Super + RDO
- Permanent Full Time Position
- Enjoy hybrid working and other flexible work options.
Join us at team Baw Baw as the newest member of our Statutory Planning team!
Are you looking for a new challenge, where rolling hills and green meadows are your backdrop where no two days are the same?
As Statutory Planner, you will provide specialist planning advice, apply application management skills, and deliver sound recommendations on a wide variety of planning proposals, including agricultural, residential, commercial and industrial as well as a wide variety of other matters.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and eager individual, one who wants to challenge themselves in a peri-urban / regional environment and provide support to the Statutory Planning team whilst delivering exceptional customer service.
About Baw Baw Shire Council
A Baw Baw Shire Council career goes beyond business as usual. You'll find exciting development pathways rich in opportunity. Our thriving and engaged culture-first workplace is built on the passion and talent of people who proudly deliver vital services and exciting projects to a community they care about.
Our organisation comprises of a multicultural workplace of around 400 full-time, part-time and casual employees, all benefiting from great flexibility, work/life sway, study support, health and wellbeing initiatives and ongoing learning and development programs.
At Baw Baw Shire Council, we invite our people to tackle projects that keep them inspired. We encourage the exploration of new ideas. We support the enhancement of building on current skills and developing new ones.
Located adjacent to Melbourne, Baw Baw Shire is one of Victoria's fastest growing municipalities with freeway and V/Line access into Melbourne's CBD and suburbs. This allows easy access to training, seminars and conferences in the city, without diminishing the direct impact that comes from working within a close-knit rural community.
To learn more visit www.bawbawshire.vic.gov.au
About the Role
The following are the key responsibility areas for the position:
- The ability to provide recommendations and assess a variety of planning applications and requests for related planning matters on both private and Council owned land within specified timeframes.
- Prepare reports and planning permit applications as required.
- The ability to consult and provide planning advice to the community, applicants and referral authorities in the assessment of planning proposals and future land use.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of processes within the Statutory Planning unity to improve the performance.
- Provide support and assistance to team members in assessing planning applications and undertaking planning duties.
- Undertake specialist projects as required.
- Under direction assist in the research and investigation of Planning Scheme Amendments and provide recommendations on potential solutions.
- Develop links with other organisations, community groups and individuals to promote the benefits of planning.
- Develop strong and positive relationships with internal and external customers.
About the Successful Candidate
We are looking for someone who is both a strategic thinker and a skilled communicator and who has experience within and is able to navigate the complexities of statutory planning. You balance administration processes with practical problem-solving to assist in achieving sustainable outcomes and work collaborate effectively with applicants, stakeholders, and colleagues. Above all, you place the community’s long-term needs at the heart of every decision.
Why you'll love working at Baw Baw Shire
We believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We support diversity and encourage applications from persons of all backgrounds. Here are some reasons why you might love working with us:
- Hybrid work is the norm here at Baw Baw for roles that can support it.
- Flexible work options, Baw Baw is committed to work-life balance.
- Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs.
- Access to rostered day off every four weeks (when working full time.)
- Career development opportunities.
- Study/development assistance.
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP.)
- A thriving Social Club.
- Close to Public transport.
- Ample free parking nearby.
Further Information and How To Apply
To apply, please review the position description and complete your application below including a current copy of your resume and a covering letter.
Applications close 5:00pm Sunday 14 June 2026 and must be submitted through the application form below.
Baw Baw Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and works in the interest of the safety of children and young people. Our recruitment processes reflect this commitment.
