Band 4 - $38.36 per hour, plus 25 percent casual loading (plus super)

Casual

About Us

Located 35km to the southeast of Melbourne, Greater Dandenong City Council covers 129 square kilometres and has a population of over 169,000 people. The central activities district is Melbourne's second largest retail and commercial centre and includes large shopping complexes at Dandenong and Keysborough as well as the highly popular Dandenong Market.

Greater Dandenong City Council is the most culturally diverse locality in Australia, with residents from over 150 different birthplaces, nearly two-thirds of whom were born overseas. Key industries include manufacturing, health care and social assistance, retail trade, wholesale trade and transport.

We are a progressive organisation of exceptional character that offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment to approximately 900 employees. We recognise that our staff are vital to the delivery of excellent service to our community and the achievement of our long-term vision. We invest in the development of our people, and we strive to be a workplace that is respectful, engaged, accountable, creative and honest.

Further your studies by providing service, guidance and advice in particular facets of Planning whilst under the supervision of our supportive and successful Planning team

About the role
To provide, under supervision, services, guidance and advice in particular facets of statutory planning, subdivision control and other services provided by the Statutory Planning unit in the Department in order to assist Council meeting its legislative obligations and the achievement of its planning objectives for the benefit of residents, ratepayers and businesses in the City of Greater Dandenong.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond in a courteous and professional manner to public counter, written and telephone enquiries by providing accurate planning advice in accordance with Council's planning responsibilities and policies.
• Assist in the registration and preliminary assessment of town planning and subdivision applications.
• Assist, under supervision, in the recording, notification and general processing of Town Planning, and Subdivision.
• Assist, under supervision, in the preparation of written reports, conditions and make recommendations on statutory matters for consideration by the Manager Planning and Building.
• Confer, under supervision, with applicants, objectors, government agencies and other interested parties to resolve planning issues.
• Assist in the creation of Council records, advice notes and information.
• Assess promptly whether applications comply with the Planning Scheme, Planning and Environment Act 1987 and Subdivision Act in accordance with procedures and guidelines.
• Answer related enquiries regarding these matters.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the following:

• Currently undertaking a recognised Planning degree.
• Some experience in statutory planning or other related field is desirable.
• Some knowledge of planning scheme, legislation, processes etc. is mandatory.
• Some knowledge of other related liquor licensing, enforcement and other related areas is desirable.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, in addition to prompt, accurate, courteous and consistent customer service skills.
• Current Victorian Driver's Licence.

Please ensure you address the key selection criteria outlined in the position description as part of your application.

The successful candidate will be asked to produce a clear Working with Children Check and will be asked to consent to a national police check (and where relevant an 'international criminal history check'), subject to the operation of spent conviction laws. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Benefits of working with us

Council believes in providing an environment where staff thrive, both in the work they do and in how they learn and develop as people and professionals.

Our workplace has an inclusive and diverse culture which encourages innovation and supports your work and life balance. There are plenty of opportunities to learn, develop and grow your career within our expanding and diverse organisation.

Our benefits include

· Competitive salary

· Salary sacrifice childcare (where available)

· Flexible working options supported including hybrid work

· Access to learning & development programs including study assistance

· Reward & recognition programs

· Health initiatives

· Access to our support and wellbeing programs

· A vibrant social club

For more information about our benefits, please visit our careers page: Working with Us

Council will consider flexible working arrangements for all positions. We embrace our diverse community and encourage applications from everyone including people of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander background, people of diverse sexual orientation and gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of varied age, ability, and faith. Council will give due consideration to any workplace adjustments to accommodate the needs of any prospective or existing staff member.

Council is commitment to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment and promoting cultural safety and wellbeing for children with zero tolerance for child abuse and harm.

To apply

To apply for this position please complete the online application form including:

· A brief cover letter

· Your resume

· Response to key selection criteria

You will be required to answer selection questions as part of the application process. The selection process also includes the requirement for reference checks

Position Description: Student Statutory Planner – 404.3 KB

Applications close: 5pm, Tuesday, 28 October 2025

Further information: Richard Stevenson, 8571 1661