• Demonstrated ability to provide specialist planning advice and lead early‑stage community facility projects
• Flexible hybrid work options that support work‑life balance, including regular work‑from‑home days
• Permanent full time role with a monthly RDO for 40 hour week
• Band 6 salary range $99,920 to $108,913 + Superannuation 

Why Choose City of Casey

The City of Casey is one of Victoria’s largest, fastest growing and most diverse cities. The Council plans and delivers quality services and infrastructure for the more than 400,000 residents and over 36,000 businesses who call Casey home.

Our multi-award winning, architecturally designed workplace - located in Bunjil Place in Melbourne's southeast – inspires collaboration and creativity. Bunjil Place reflects and enhances the city’s rich diversity by providing an energetic and cosmopolitan atmosphere through a lively community meeting place.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us 

At the City of Casey, we know that great people deserve a great workplace. That’s why we offer an environment designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally.

• True flexibility with hybrid work, compressed hours, RDOs and the option to purchase additional leave, because life comes first.
• THRIVE Wellbeing Program - access a suite of wellbeing initiatives, learning opportunities and resources to support your mental, physical and emotional wellbeing.
• 24/7 confidential counselling for you and your immediate family, offering support whenever you need it.
• Family‑friendly leave options, including 16 weeks paid primary caregiver leave, to support you through life’s biggest moments.
• Ongoing professional development to help you grow your skills and advance your career.
• Free Workout Wednesdays, discounted gym memberships and an onsite café - convenience in one place.
• Enjoy our stunning, architecturally designed workspace, complete with free coffee, a community library and free parking.
• Be part of a team that truly lives its values: Dream Big, Empower Each Other, Make Our Community Proud.
• Paid Christmas Shut Down Leave
• And more https://www.casey.vic.gov.au/benefits-of-working-city-of-casey

About the Role 

You will lead early planning for community facility projects, ensuring strategic alignment and capital works readiness.

This role will provide specialist advice on community facility planning and concept development to meet current and future needs.

What You’ll deliver 

• Provide senior leadership in the collaborative planning and delivery of integrated community facilities across internal service areas and external partners.
• Lead and manage early planning phases of complex community facility projects, ensuring strong governance, risk management, capital readiness and informed decision‑making.
• Deliver specialist, high‑level input into strategic planning processes, including precinct structure planning and master planning, to address current and future community needs.
• Build and sustain effective internal and external stakeholder relationships to inform planning outcomes and leverage partnership and funding opportunities.
• Act as a subject matter expert, driving innovative, inclusive and sustainable approaches to community facility planning and delivery across growth and established areas.

What You’ll Bring 

• Tertiary qualification in Urban or Town Planning, Social or Strategic Planning, Community Development, Project Management, or a related discipline (desirable).
• Demonstrated understanding of project management principles, particularly in the early planning and concept phases of capital projects.
• Proven experience or understanding of community facility planning, development and delivery within a local government or public sector context.
• Strong capability to work collaboratively with diverse internal and external stakeholders to inform high‑quality planning outcomes and decision‑making.
• Willingness to undergo pre-employment background checks including National Criminal History Check, Working with Children Check and Eligibility to Work check.

How to Apply

If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a forward-thinking team, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply online by submitting your cover letter and resume. No need to address selection criteria.

For enquiries, contact Michael Stamatovski  - Head of Community Facilities Planning at mstamatovski@casey.vic.gov.au or 9705 5603.

Applications close at 11:55pm on Wednesday 15 April 2026.

Please note: Applications are only accepted via our online portal.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

The City of Casey is proud to be an inclusive, child-safe, and equal opportunity employer.

We welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, cultures, backgrounds, and abilities, including those with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ communities, multicultural communities, and refugee or migrant backgrounds.

We are committed to providing a diverse, safe, and inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed. We promote gender equity and actively address barriers to employment, ensuring participation without discrimination and supporting workplace adjustments.

For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Talent Team at 9709 9633 or Talent@casey.vic.gov.au.

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant. 

Please note: Unsolicited emails or approaches from recruitment agencies will not be accepted

The City of Casey reserves the right not to make any appointments for this position.

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