Director Planning Frameworks

Job Description

Join one of WA’s most innovative and forward-thinking agencies and be part of something rewarding and exciting. The Director Planning Frameworks is a new position providing leadership and strategic direction in relation to oversight and continuous improvement of the planning system. As the Director Planning Frameworks, you are responsible for providing high-level advice and expertise to the Chief Planning Advisor and supporting the Western Australian Planning Commission, Minister for Planning, Director General, Portfolio, Executives, and relevant stakeholders. You will also manage the operational performance of the Planning Frameworks team. This is a permanent full-time position. This recruitment process may be used to fill future similar roles that arise across the WA public sector in the next 12 months. To be successful for this position, you need to demonstrate: An accredited tertiary degree qualification in Urban and Regional Planning and/or Development. Accreditation as a Registered Planner (or equivalent) will be highly regarded. Detailed working knowledge of the Western Australian planning system and planning framework. Extensive experience working in the Western Australian planning system, including demonstrated experience in both the implementation and design of planning frameworks (statutory and strategic planning) and a strong understanding of planning law. The ability to collaborate and establish and maintain strong and effective working relationships with key stakeholders to optimise engagement, negotiation, and to help shape and inform the design and delivery of planning initiatives and actions. Core leadership behaviours outlined in Leadership Expectations are applicable to this role and should be demonstrated in the context of Leading Others. The expected behaviours may be assessed during the recruitment and selection process. About us For more information on what we do, our recruitment process, and why working at the Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage is an attractive proposition, please visit the Department page on the DPLH website. We have a comprehensive Applicant Information Pack to provide information about us, the values of the department, and practical guidance on the process for you. Benefits of Working at DPLH DPLH offers a broad range of benefits including but not limited to: Access to flexible working arrangements including working from home or alternate work locations for enhanced work-life balance. 11% superannuation, full employer contribution, and salary packaging options. Comprehensive learning and professional development opportunities. 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading paid as additional pay every December. 3 days additional public sector holidays each year. Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff. Leave for study, bereavement, foster caring, and parenting. Free access to a confidential employee assistance program (EAP) for you and your family, which includes psychology and counselling services. How to apply: All applications are submitted online. Select ‘Apply for Job’, located at either top or bottom of the screen, and follow the instructions. You will need to provide a: Copies of your relevant degree to be considered for this role. Comprehensive CV that clearly shows your skills, experience, and key achievements relevant to the position, including the details of two referees. Maximum two (2) page covering letter demonstrating the skills, knowledge, and experience required to perform the role as described above. Further Information: If you would like to know more, please contact Kathy Bonus on 0429 536 912 or email to discuss the role in further detail. Please do not send your application to Kathy or seek assistance with lodging your application. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants – If you would like to have a confidential discussion with Harley Coyne, our Aboriginal Employment Manager, about the recruitment process please contact him on 0427 272 913 or email . The Department is an equal opportunity employer and as a measure to achieve equality under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people (24 years of age and under), and people with disability who meet the requirements of the position may be prioritised for appointment. Accessibility: If you have any communication or access needs that require adjustment to allow you to participate in this recruitment process, please contact our HR Services team on (08) 6551 9419 or email . Special Requirements for this position: The Department will conduct National Police Clearance and Pre-Employment Conflict of Interest declaration for applicants successful to this recruitment process. To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector, it is essential that you are an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia. To be eligible for a fixed-term appointment, you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract. Please ensure you have saved your documents in MS Word (.docx files only) or PDF format and have allowed plenty of time to submit your application, as late, emailed, and proforma applications will not be accepted. If you experience technical issues when submitting your application, contact , or please call (08) 6551 9419 for any other queries. Closing Date – Monday 10 February 2025 @ 4:00pm Department of Planning, Lands & Heritage #J-18808-Ljbffr