Fixed Term (12 Months) 
| Parental Leave Cover | Full Time  | 76hrs Per
Fortnight

Premium
Recquatic Membership | 13% Superannuation |
Rostered Day Off (9 Day Fortnight)

This position is classified
as a PACS Band 7 ($91,667 - $100,522) under the City
of Kwinana’s structured remuneration system.

What’s On
OfferAs Kwinana continues to grow and evolve, we have
a unique opportunity for a talented planner to join our dedicated
team in the role of Strategic Planner (DCP). Reporting to the
Manager Planning and Development, the successful candidate will
work constructively and collaboratively with teams across the
organisation on planning matters affecting the City to ensure a
co-ordinated approach.

As our new Strategic Planner
(DCP), you will take a lead role in the coordination of the
City’s development contribution plans in collaboration with
the City Finance, Engineering and Community Teams. This will
include the coordination of Annual Reviews, Annual Reports, DCP
Scheme Amendments, administering the DCP cross functional team and
working groups and providing advice and support to the organisation
in regard to DCP management and operations.

Who Are
We?The City of Kwinana is an award-winning local
government at the heart of Western Australia’s major
industrial region and is home to the state’s second fastest
growing population. With ongoing redevelopment, including new
residential areas, modern community facilities, and improved
transport links, Kwinana is rapidly evolving into a vibrant,
connected, and liveable city – making it an exciting place to
live and work.

This is your opportunity to
take the next step in your planning career and play a key role in
shaping the future of Kwinana’s growing and evolving
community.

What
You'll NeedTo make an impact as our new Strategic
Planner (DCP), you will need:

1. Experience working
   within the local government, State Government, or private
   consultancy context.
2. Sound
   knowledge of the Western Australian Planning framework,
   including legislation and policy.
3. Working
   knowledge of developer contribution schemes and related
   legislation and policies is highly desirable.
4. Highly
   developed interpersonal, communication, networking and
   negotiation skills with an ability to provide a high level of
   customer service and interpret plans to customers.
5. Excellent computer
   literacy skills.
6. Effective time
   management, organisational skills, and analytical skills to be
   able to address complex matters and issues.
7. Demonstrated ability to
   work in a team environment.
8. Possession of a Drivers
   Licence.
9. Tertiary
   qualification in Urban and Regional Planning or
   equivalent.
10. Experience with PRINCE
    2, GIS/ AUTOCAD or equivalent software is
    desirable.

We welcome candidates who
thrive on new challenges and the diverse opportunities presented in
a planning environment undergoing significant
transformation.

What’s In It
For You?
At the City of
Kwinana you will enjoy a true work-life balance, with access to
flexible working arrangements and a fantastic workplace culture
borne from a collaborative team environment.

Other perks include, but are
not limited to…

• A
  fantastic workplace, recently ranked alongside the top 10% of
  the most constructive local governments in Australia and New
  Zealand for workplace culture!
• Competitive salary plus
  13% superannuation.
• Nine-day
  fortnight
• A robust
  employee wellness program with initiatives designed to support
  employees' physical and mental wellbeing.
• A
  generous Celebration and Recognition Policy for
  employees.
• The
  opportunity for flexible working arrangements.
• Career
  development, training opportunities and study
  support.
• Premium
  Kwinana Recquatic Centre membership.

Want To Know
More?
To be considered
for this position, applicants must submit a CV and a cover letter
(maximum two pages) demonstrating their suitability by
addressing the Selection Criteria outlined in the Position
Description.

For more
information relating to the position please call Brett Cammell,
Manager Planning and Development, on 9439 0234.

Applications close
5:00pm Monday 13 October 2025

The City of Kwinana
reserves the right to commence recruitment prior to the closing
date, and will not accept or consider late
applications

Please
note: As part of the City’s recruitment process, the
selected applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment
medical which includes a Drug and Alcohol screen test.