PRINCIPAL STATUTORY PLANNING OFFICER

PRINCIPAL STATUTORY PLANNING OFFICER

Employment Type: Permanent full-time position (9 Day Fortnight)
Salary and Classification: $93,000 - $110,000 Plus $10,000 car allowance
Superannuation: 12% Guaranteed superannuation plus up to an additional 6% matching employer contribution
Leave: 20 days annual leave (pro-rata) and 2 days Public Service Leave

About the Shire of Chittering
The Shire of Chittering is a growing local government committed to providing high‑quality services to its community. We value diversity and are committed to creating a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace where our people feel supported to do their best work.

About the Position
The Shire of Chittering is seeking a Principal Statutory Planning Officer who can assist the Shire’s Executive Manager Development Services to ensure that all development complies with relevant acts, codes, local laws regulations and other statutory legislation and documents, and to assist with the implementation of Shires town planning objectives through the processing of applications and dealing with enquiries relating to zoning, subdivision and development.

About You
The successful candidate will be a reliable and proactive professional with a positive attitude and a strong understanding of statutory planning within local government. They will contribute effectively within a collaborative team environment while maintaining a practical, solutions-focused approach.

You will be able to demonstrate the following essential criteria:

•  Right to work in Australia
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Tertiary Education in Urban and Regional Planning
• Ability to obtain and provide a National Police Clearance.

Applying for this Position
Applicants are required to refer to the position’s Information Package for position and application information at https://www.chittering.wa.gov.au/employment. 

INFORMATION PACKAGE - PRINCIPAL STATUTORY PLANNING OFFICER

Application must include:

• Resume
• Brief cover letter that addresses the selection criteria
• Employment Application Form

EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION FORM

Applicants can apply online, via email, handed application into Shire office or via Post.

ONLINE EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION FORM

Applications must be received by no later Friday, 3pm on 24 April 2026.

The Shire of Chittering is committed to diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity. We encourage applications from people of all abilities, backgrounds and experiences and are committed to providing a workplace that is inclusive, accessible and respectful. Reasonable workplace adjustments are available at all stages of the recruitment and employment process to support applicants and employees with disability. Late applications will not be accepted. We may commence interviews upon receipt and reserve the right to close the position early. For further information, contact Human Resources by email at chatter@chittering.wa.gov.au or by phone on (08) 9576 4600.

Melinda Prinsloo
Chief Executive Officer

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