Assistant Planning Officer

EARN WHILE YOU LEARN

The City of Cockburn is a dynamic and rapidly expanding Local Government Authority, providing its employees with generous employment conditions and highly desirable lifestyle benefits including:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Free Gym membership
• Free parking

How would you like to kick start your career in Planning with a position in the Statutory Planning service area at that will complement your studies?

We are looking for a motivated Town Planning student or recent graduate who would love to gain invaluable practical experience from a passionate team of experienced professionals.

If you have the passion to work within a diverse, statutory planning environment in a highly motivated team then we would like to hear from you.

How does it work?

• Work part time while continuing to study until completion of your degree or full time if you are a recent graduate
• Possibility to work up to full-time during Uni breaks
• City of Cockburn will pay for 50% of the HECS fees (conditions apply)

The successful applicant will need to meet the following

• Currently enrolled in (or recently completed) a Urban Planning degree (full time or equivalent part time), and maintaining a satisfactory standing
• Well-developed written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work in a busy, productive team environment
• Good time management and prioritisation skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• 'C' class drivers’ licence

Salary: $66,965 - $79,582 per annum (pro-rata) plus superannuation, sick leave and annual leave.

Hours: 2-5 days per week (negotiable) and possibly up to full time during university holiday periods for part time roles, upon negotiation. Hours are flexible and can be arranged around study commitments.