City of Rockingham

Planning Projects Officer

Permanent

Full-time (average of 38 hours per week)

The City of Rockingham is an award winning local government located 40KM south of the Perth CBD and is known as the place where the coast comes to life.  One of the fastest growing local governments in the south metropolitan area, we are responsible for the provision and delivery of high quality services, facilities and events that meet or exceed community expectations.  Providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees is important to us and we are committed to employing team members who share the City’s Values of Recognition, Ethics, Service, Professional Development, Empowerment, Communication and Teamwork – RESPECT. These Values are incorporated into all aspects of employment at the City.

In what is a unique role in local government, as the Planning Projects Officer you will assist with the preparation, coordination and implementation of a range of urban planning projects, studies, practices and policies that will contribute to the City in meeting its strategic objectives.

This role will, amongst other functions, assist in the implementation of:

• the Rockingham Strategic Centre Precinct Structure Plan;
• urban and infrastructure planning projects that respond to the opportunities presented by the AUKUS Defence Pact;
• the City’s adopted Foreshore Masterplans to enhance the its vibrant coastline; and
• planning reform to enable strategic industry and employment within the City.

Applicants considering this role will require:

• A desire to learn and work as a contributing member of a small team.
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, along with high level of analysis and interpretative skills.
• Sound time management and organisational skills and experience in project management, specifically of an urban planning nature.
• Sound knowledge of statutory requirements including relevant legislation such as the Planning and Development Act 2005 (WA) and the Land Administration Act 1997 (WA).
• A Degree in Urban Planning or equivalent in a related field is essential, you also have experience in this field, making you eligible for membership to the Planning Institute of Australia.

To be considered for this role, you must address the following selection criteria as part of your online application:

• Degree in Urban Planning or an equivalent/related field with eligibility for membership to the Planning Institute of Australia
• Sound knowledge of statutory requirements including relevant legislation such as the Planning and Development Act 2005 (WA) and the Land Administration Act 1997 (WA)
• Ability to exercise initiative and judgement to solve moderately complex problems
• Knowledge and experience in project management, specifically of an urban planning nature
• Sound time management and organisational skills
• Ability to research and analyse issues and data, evaluate solutions, make recommendations and prepare reports

We are offering a total remuneration package of $99,138 - $106,623 per annum, depending on skills and experience, and:

• The option to co-contribute up to a further 5% to superannuation in addition to the 11.5% employer contribution
• A variety of health and wellbeing programs including a physical health reimbursement subsidy payment of up to $150 per annum, free flu vaccinations, free skin cancer checks, mental health programs and Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) services
• Flexible working arrangements, including rostered days off and two additional paid days of absence per annum
• A culture of learning with training/development opportunities including paid study leave and study fees
• Salary packaging opportunities for motor vehicles, etc.

An information package is available on our website.   

Applications will be accepted until 4pm, Monday 12 May 2025.

This process may be used to fill future similar permanent or fixed-term positions that may become available in the City during the next 12 months.

If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process please contact the Recruitment Team via email at jobs@rockingham.wa.gov.au or phone 08 9528 0333. We’re happy to discuss options to assist you e.g. we can provide alternate formats for application forms, or alternate methods of applying. 

The City of Rockingham encourages applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds, including First Nations people, people living with disability and people who speak a first language other than English.