Department Of Planning, Lands And Heritage | Senior Planner & Principal Planner

Urban Design & Planning (Design & Architecture)
Government - State (Government & Defence)
Full time
Join one of WA's most innovative and forward-thinking agencies and be part of something rewarding and exciting.

The Department is looking to establish a pool of experienced Senior Planners (SCL3) and Principal Planners (SCL4) .
This pool will be used to fill vacancies across the agency for the next 24 months.

The Senior Planner is primarily responsible for the administration of statutory functions - including significant development proposals - associated with relevant legislation, policy and strategic frameworks in collaboration with all stakeholders.
You will help deliver a modern and effective planning system and framework by assessing and reporting on a range of applications, including development applications, subdivisions and structure plans, building strong partnerships with Government, agencies and community service provisions and the public.

The Principal Planner provides comprehensive specialist technical advice and assists with the delivery of the Department and State government priorities to create a contemporary and strategic planning system for Western Australia.
You will investigate, manage, prioritise and coordinate multi-disciplinary projects related to statutory and strategic planning matters – including significant development proposals, and technical expertise and representation at the State Administrative Tribunal.

There are a range of positions and this is an open pool recruitment process for permanent full-time positions, however, consideration can be given to applicants seeking part time opportunities.
Suitable applicants will be placed in a Pool from which appointments may be made for similar vacancies for a period of 24 months.

The Department is committed to inclusion and supporting culture, providing staff with opportunity to grow.
We will do this while respecting our past and learning from our stories which is a requirement of both roles.

To be successful for the SENIOR PLANNER (SCL3) position, you need to demonstrate:
An accredited tertiary degree qualification, in Urban and Regional Planning and/or Development or approved equivalent.
Demonstrated extensive experience in working in the WA planning system, including knowledge of planning at local government level, with substantial knowledge of planning practices, legislation, policy and systems.
Demonstrated extensive experience in managing significant, complex projects.
Demonstrated ability to foster and maintain internal and external stakeholder relationships.
Demonstrated ability in conceptual and analytical skills and the ability to communicate the findings.
Highly developed written and oral communications, presentation and interpersonal skills, including proven capacity to communicate with a wide range of stakeholders in a multidisciplinary environment.
Demonstrate the behaviours within the leadership context of Personal Leadership as outlined below.
To be successful for the PRINCIPAL PLANNER (SCL4) position, you need to demonstrate:
An accredited tertiary degree qualification, in Urban and Regional Planning and/or Development or an equivalent approved by DPLH Human Resources.
Demonstrated extensive, in-depth, knowledge and experience in working in the WA planning system, including planning at local government level, with substantial knowledge of planning practices, legislation, policy and systems.
Ability and experience in providing high-level oral and written specialist planning technical advice, report presentation and liaison at a senior level with cross-government, external and community stakeholders.
Extensive experience leading and managing significant complex projects/matters, with a proven track-record of seeing complex planning projects/matters to completion.
Demonstrate the behaviours within the leadership context of Leading Others as outlined below.
About us
For more information on what we do, our recruitment process, and why working at the Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage is an attractive proposition, please visit the Department page on the DPLH website.

Benefits of Working at DPLH
DPLH offers a broad range of benefits including but not limited to:
Access to flexible working arrangements including working from home or alternate work locations for enhanced work life balance.
11.5% superannuation, full employer contribution and salary packaging options Comprehensive learning and professional development opportunities.
4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading paid as additional pay every December 3 days additional public sector holidays each year Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff Leave for study, bereavement, foster caring and parenting Free access to a confidential employee assistance program (EAP) for you and your family, which includes psychology and counselling services.
How to apply: All applications are submitted online.
Select 'Apply for Job', located at either top or bottom of the screen, and follow the instructions; you will need to provide a:
Comprehensive CV that clearly shows your skills, experience, and key achievements, including the details of two referees.
A maximum two (2) page covering letter, addressing the requirements outlined above and outlining in your application which position you are applying for.
Further Information:
If you would like to know more or to discuss the role in further detail, please contact:
Please do not send your application to Paola or Ryan or seek their assistance with lodging your application.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants – If you would like to have a confidential discussion with Harley Coyne, our Aboriginal Employment Manager, about the recruitment process please contact him on 0427 272 913 or email
The Department is an equal opportunity employer and as a measure to achieve equality under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people (24 years of age and under) and people with disability who meet the requirements of the position, may be prioritised for appointment.

Accessibility: If you have any communication or access needs that require adjustment to allow you to participate in this recruitment process, please contact our HR Services team on (08) 6551 9419 or email
The Department will conduct National Police Clearances for applicants successful to this recruitment process.

To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector it is essential that you are an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia.
To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.

Please ensure you have saved your documents in MS Word (.docx files only) or PDF format and have allowed plenty of time to submit your application, as late, emailed and proforma applications will not be accepted.

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