Shire of Denmark

Discover Denmark

 A vibrant coastal community, connected to the environment, living the village lifestyle.

                                        TOWN PLANNER

About us

The Shire of Denmark is a high performing local government with 99% of staff rating the Shire as a positive place to work and appreciate the people they work with.

The positive values and culture demonstrated by staff at the Shire, create an environment where co-workers can connect and EMBRACE a culture that empowers staff to bring the organisation’s values to life through their daily business interactions with the community.

About the Opportunity

The Shire of Denmark’s Planning Team is responsible for the sustainable and responsible development of all land within the Shire. 

This high performing team deals with a wide range of interesting planning matters to help shape the future of Denmark’s residents and visitors.

Our ideal candidate will:

• Be an effective communicator with the ability to liaise with a variety of stakeholders including colleagues, the Shire’s community and consultants.
• Be capable of making sound decisions in a logical and lawful manner; and
• Have excellent research and investigation skills to support you in the completion of your tasks.

 Some of the Responsibilities of this Role includes:

• Process and evaluate subdivision, development, rezoning and structure planning proposals, provide advice and issue approvals.
• Assist in the review and updating of the Shire of Denmark Local Planning Framework including the Local Planning Strategy, Scheme, Planning Policies, Structure Plans and associated documents.
• Lead, or contribute to, land use planning related projects.
• Prepare reports to Council on a variety of land use planning matters.
• Provide information to ratepayers, builders, and developers on land use planning related issues within operating guidelines and procedures, emphasizing customer service and education.
• Undertake investigations into complaints about land use planning matters, including compliance audits of development approval conditions.
• Provide a high-level of customer service both internally and externally, whilst supporting connection with our diverse community.

About You: 

• Experience in applying planning principles and applicable legislation.
• Tertiary qualification (or substantial progress towards) in land use planning or a related profession.
• High level written and verbal communication skills.
• Well-developed research, report writing skills and computer skills.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Strong time management skills and ability to prioritise workloads.
• Demonstrates high-level customer service, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of a local government authority in regard to town planning matters.

The Benefits:

 Imagine having the forests and beaches on your door step, as well as:

• A generous salary of up to $100,000 depending on experience, plus 11.5% superannuation - Conditions of employment are in accordance with the Local Government Industry Award 2020 (State Industrial Agreement)
• Additional superannuation co-contribution up to 5%, which can be salary sacrificed
• 5% annual leave loading
• Flexible working arrangements
• Discounted fitness membership at the Shire of Denmark Recreation Centre
• Working with a supportive team
• Personal development opportunities
• Great opportunity, providing challenging and varied scope of works
• Idyllic location, “living the dream” amongst lush forests, beautiful coastal and river environments providing an excellent work life balance.

The Shire welcomes you to apply as follows:

Submission of a (maximum) two page letter including your experience relative to this role and an updated CV. You do not need to address the selection criteria.  Your CV and cover letter should demonstrate how your skills and experience make you a suitable candidate for the advertised position. Please click on the following links for the  Candidate Information Package and the Application for Employment Form for further information on the application process and how to apply.

If you have any questions about the position, Employee Support & Culture can be contacted on (08) 9848 0305.

Applications are to be received no later than 4.00pm on Tuesday 28 January 2025.

The Shire of Denmark reserves the right to commence recruitment prior to the closing date. 

Kellie Jenkins

Acting Chief Executive Officer

PO Box 183, Denmark WA 6333

Telephone: (08) 9848 0300

Email: enquiries@denmark.wa.gov.au

Web: www.denmark.wa.gov.au