• Work in a professional, collaborative, and inclusive team.
• Free parking, modern workspace plus gym/pool discounts and flexible work arrangements available.
• 2 roles - permanent full time and limited tenure until September 2028.
• Salary (Band 7) range from $115,289 to $129,007 + Super (subject to experience)

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.
• Our Ways of Working (OWOW) - our activity-based model allows you to work in different spaces, locations and with the latest technology.
• 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.
• Private Health discounts for employees, through the access of the local government health plan.
• 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 help build prosperous and liveable new communities within Casey’s growth areas through the timely and proper administration of statutory planning; the adoption of a stakeholder management approach to matters under consideration; and demonstrating a culture of facilitation, customer focus and collaborative decision making.

What You’ll deliver 

• Provide expert oversight, influence, leadership and mentoring of other staff across Council who contributes to the development approval process.
• Maintain a pro-active interest in professional development activities and encourage the team to participate in development opportunities.
• Project manage and act as the Council delegate for growth area planning applications.
• Prepare planning assessment documentation and reports.
• Prepare appeal and panel submissions and represent Council at the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal and before panel hearings.
• Recommend creative solutions and resolve complex issues by negotiation and mediation, where practical.

What You’ll Bring 

• Extensive, senior experience in growth area or major projects planning, as a town planner or statutory planner as relevant to the role.
• Degree or Diploma in Town Planning, Urban Studies or Urban Geography.
• A strong stakeholder management skillset to work collaboratively to achieve shared and desired outcomes.
• A robust and innovative approach to solving complex problems in community building and growth area settings.
• A positive and customer-first attitude which contributes to the culture of Casey's wider statutory planning service.
• Willingness to undergo pre-employment background checks including National Criminal History Check, Working with Children Check & 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. In your cover letter, please specify which role you are applying for.

For enquiries, contact Emine Gurleyen - Team Leader Statutory Planning Growth, on 9705 5707 and egurleyen@casey.vic.gov.au

Applications close at 11.55pm Thursday 13 August 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 2026 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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