Mildura Rural City Council

Senior Strategic Planner / Strategic Planner

Mildura Rural City Council is on the hunt for Strategic Planners who are as passionate about planning as they are about people. Join us and be the brains behind shaping the future of our rural city and the trusted advisors to senior decision-makers.

Roles available

• Senior Strategic Planner – Salary Range $104,988.52 - $117,480.48 plus statutory superannuation
• Strategic Planner – Salary Range $93,602.60 - $101,911.16 plus statutory superannuation

Applications Close: 4pm, Thursday 27 February 2025

The opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for experienced urban planners to join our Strategic Planning Team. The roles provide an opportunity to work on a real mix of planning projects ranging from structure plans and development contribution plans to planning scheme amendments to implement important planning policy and provisions. We encourage planners of all skill levels to apply!

How you will make a difference

• You’ll help shape the future of our region by identifying community, environmental and economic needs and developing plans to create or revitalise land for new homes, jobs, open space and services.
• Your work will also help to preserve vital productive agricultural land, which is our biggest driver of our local economy, and plan for the effects of climate change – ensuring our sustainable future.

What we are looking for

• We are looking for someone who is positive, results driven, a problem solver, can build positive relationships and values a constructive and inclusive team culture.
• Tertiary qualifications in Urban and Regional Planning or related discipline.

Why choose us?

• We want to invest and upskill our planners of all experience levels with great programs and training opportunities, that will see you build your career with us!
• You will have the opportunity to work on diverse and varied projects that will strengthen our region.
• Broaden your skills by learning about the different planning trends and challenges that face rural and regional Victoria.
• Become part of our community and enjoy the lifestyle the region has to offer with more sunny days than the Sunshine State (more than 280 days per year). If you are looking for the complete lifestyle, you’ve found it in Mildura!

Benefits
As an employee you will have access to benefits such as:

• Flexible Work Arrangements (Work from Home, Flextime, Purchase of Additional Leave)
• Relocation Assistance available to support your move to the region
• Financial recognition upon successful annual performance review, including either progression through banding structure or end-of-band bonus payment.
• Study Support Program with Paid Study Leave and Financial Contribution to Qualification Fees
• Learning and Professional Development Opportunities
• Support for Families: 16 weeks Paid Parental Leave or 32 weeks at Half Pay
• Bi-Annual Employee Recognition Celebration for Milestones and Achievements
• Employee Health and Wellbeing Initiatives: Discounted Health Insurance and Gym Memberships
• Employee Assistance Program: Free Counselling for Employees and Immediate Family Members
• Active Social Clubs

Mildura Rural City Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a culture that values diversity. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities.

We encourage people with a disability, lived experience of disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this position.

All applicants must have the right to work in Australia and will need to provide a Police Check prior to commencing employment.

Mildura Rural City Council is a Child Safe organisation and as such, applicants may be required to hold a Working with Children Check. Applicants may also be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check as per the requirements of the role.

About our organisation

Mildura Rural City Council is a dynamic local government organisation that provides 100+ different services, facilities, programs and infrastructure to a resident base of 56,000+. Our workforce of 600+ employees support our community and help make our region a great place to live, work, play and visit. Learn more about our organisation at www.mildura.vic.gov.au

About our region

If you’re looking for the complete lifestyle, you’ve found it in Mildura. With more than 280 days of sunshine a year (that’s more than the “Sunshine State”) it’s easy to understand why we’re known as Tropical North Victoria.

Our unique tri-state location offers connection to city convenience through our bustling airport for great weekend escapes, while having the benefit of a quick commute to work, giving you more time to do the things you love, like fishing or boating in the iconic Murray River, playing a round at one of the many golf courses, enjoying our alfresco cafe and dining scene, visiting one of our many national parks for bushwalking or camping or just slowing down and watching the world go by while enjoying everything our region has to offer.

Mildura Rural City covers almost 10 per cent of the state of Victoria and shares borders with both New South Wales and South Australia. The region is home to Mildura - a vibrant city of 35,000+ people - and a range of smaller townships and rural communities spread across 22,000 square kilometres. Only a short flight from two capital cities, Mildura boasts quality services, exciting attractions, diverse industries and a strong community spirit. There are fantastic professional, cultural, social, sporting and educational opportunities on offer. Learn more about our region at Welcome to Mildura - Mildura.com

Applying for this position

All applications must include:

• A completed Job Application Form
• A resume
• A covering letter

 Applicants that do not address the key selection criteria in their application may not be considered

Want to know more?

Visit www.mildura.vic.gov.au/Jobs for a copy of the Position Description and Application Form.

Call Human Resources on (03) 5018 8197.