Local Government | Temporary Assignment
Location: Melbourne’s Eastern Suburbs, Ringwood Area
Rate:~$41.13 per hour + Super
Start: ASAP
End: Wednesday, 20 May 2026
Hours: Monday–Friday
About the Role
A local council in Melbourne’s east is seeking an experienced Statutory Planner (Band 5) to join their Planning team during a busy period.
This role requires someone who can hit the ground running, pick up planning files quickly, and process applications efficiently. You’ll work both independently and as part of a supportive team, attending the Ringwood office and participating in phone and counter duties as rostered.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess planning permit applications in line with legislation and council policies
- Pick up planning files and process them efficiently with minimal supervision
- Prepare clear reports, recommendations, and supporting documentation
- Provide accurate planning advice to stakeholders and the community
- Contribute to phone and counter services when rostered
- Manage cases to meet statutory timelines
- Proven experience in local government statutory planning(essential)
- Ability to work independently and confidently handle a varied caseload
- Strong understanding of planning legislation, processes, and compliance
- Comfortable attending the Ringwood office and participating in rostered duties
- Excellent communication, report‑writing, and stakeholder engagement skills
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in Town Planning or related discipline
- Join a respected council with a supportive Planning team
- Great exposure to diverse planning matters
- Competitive hourly rate
- Convenient office location
- Immediate start available
If you’re an experienced Statutory Planner ready to step into a fast‑paced council environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and our team will be in touch.
At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.
