• Demonstrated ability to lead strategic land use planning and reform through contemporary leadership, research, and data analysis.
• Narre Warren based, Hybrid & Flexible Working Options
• Permanent full time role to showcase your leadership skills
• Band 8 salary range from $130,497 to $146,231 + Superannuation, Monthly RDO for full-time 40-hour weeks

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.
• Reproductive health leave, up to 5 days of paid leave to support our employees
• 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.
• 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 

In this leadership role, you will drive Casey’s strategic land‑use planning agenda and deliver innovative, sustainable planning solutions that guide the city’s long‑term growth.

This role is perfect for a strong communicator who thrives in complex environments, enjoys shaping policy, and excels at building relationships with senior leaders, stakeholders and the community.

Lead a talented team to develop strategic plans, implement planning scheme amendments and oversee key projects that will shape the future of one of Victoria's largest and fastest-growing communities.

What You’ll deliver 

• Lead and manage the Casey Planning Scheme, including monitoring, reviewing, preparing and implementing strategic plans, policies and amendments to support sustainable long‑ and short term development.
• Oversee delivery of strategic land use and development projects, including consultant coordination, community engagement, statutory approvals and preparation of briefs, submissions and appeals.
• Provide expert, organisation wide strategic planning advice that is evidence based, responsive to emerging trends and aligned with Council and community priorities.
• Drive Casey’s planning reform agenda through effective project management, stakeholder engagement, and clear communication with internal and external partners.
• Lead, coach and performance‑manage staff and contributors to ensure high quality outcomes, collaborative practices and alignment with Council’s customer service objectives.

What You’ll Bring 

• Tertiary qualifications in town planning (or related field) supported by extensive strategic planning experience.
• Proven leadership capability, including supervising and motivating teams in complex, shifting environments.
• Strong knowledge of the Victorian Planning System, legislation and policy, with the ability to interpret and guide strategic planning processes.
• Excellent communication, relationship‑building, analytical, organisational and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated success in managing strategic projects, consultants, budgets and timelines, with a strategic mindset and understanding of local government influences and planning reform.
• Willingness to undergo pre-employment background checks including National Criminal History Check, Working with Children Check, Eligibility to Work check and Psychometric Testing.

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 Jennifer Roche - Head of Planning and Compliance at jroche@casey.vic.gov.au  or 9705 5219.

Applications close at 11:55pm on Wednesday 11 March 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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