Town/Urban Planner

Company: Planning Institute Australia
Location: Washington
Posted on: February 11, 2025

Job Description:

Greg Rowe Pty Ltd trading as Rowe Group is an award-winning multidisciplinary firm specialising in Town Planning, Urban Design and Project Delivery. We are offering an opportunity for a town planning professional to take the next step in their career, so please get in touch. Our business continues to grow and evolve with a multitude of exciting projects throughout Perth and regional Western Australia.Opportunities are available within both our Rowe Group land development / strategic planning (design) and built form / statutory planning (planning) teams; noting we are not necessarily looking for someone to be defined within a set team and are open to exploring opportunities across a range of experience and interests. We take a collaborative approach in the delivery of our projects and work together in the sharing of knowledge and skills to achieve the best outcomes for our clients.We are looking for a qualified, experienced Town/Urban Planner who has a desire to work on a variety of exciting urban infill, master planned community and regional growth projects for both private and public sector clients. The role is collaborative, team oriented and Perth-based, with the opportunity for travel to regional WA, and are available on a permanent full-time, or permanent part-time basis. Shorter term, contract work opportunities may also be explored.Our Offer to You

• An opportunity to work with some of WA's leading developers and consultants on a variety of highly innovative projects;
• Work in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team environment;
• Project leadership and mentoring opportunities;
• An ongoing commitment to culture and team building, skills development and personal growth, including targeted training and professional development opportunities;
• A competitive remuneration package commensurate with skills and experience;
• Opportunities to be directly involved in business development and marketing;
• Flexible working environment;
• An opportunity to be part of an active Social Club with regular events;
• Remuneration of $75,000-$85,000 annual salary plus superannuation.Key technical capabilities and responsibilities:
  • Performs various planning duties across planning and design projects in residential, commercial, industrial and rural sectors, assigned by the Manager and/or Principal Planners.
  • Undertakes research and literature reviews to prepare preliminary planning advice and documentation for development applications, structure planning, subdivision and scheme amendment proposals, applications for review and planning studies.
  • Liaises regularly with internal staff, external consultants and project managers, government agencies/statutory authorities and clients with respect to assigned planning tasks.
  • Attends and/or arranges project meetings, participating in meetings, preparing and circulating agendas and meeting minutes.
  • Assists senior staff with preparing material for presenting at DAP, Council, Committee and other meetings/forums.
  • Responding to cold-call telephone, email and general enquiries on all matters relating to planning.
  • Contributes to and assists with business development and marketing activities at the direction of the Team Manager.
  • Attends and participates at training workshops and professional events, applying learnings in the workplace and sharing knowledge with others.All applicants must have full time working rights within Australia.Roles, Skills & Qualifications:We encourage our staff to uphold our core company values of:
    • Integrity: Be dependable, trustworthy, and reliable.
    • Accountability: Collaborate, communicate, and work as a team.
    • Diligence: Think forward, be creative and innovative.
    • Discipline: Be competent and proficient.
    • Perseverance: Pursue growth and learning, become an expert, and celebrate success.Behaviours We Practice at Rowe Group Include:
      • Our team members are proactive and engaged.
      • We work both independently and as a team to achieve success.
      • A passion for their work and career growth.If you'd like to know more about Rowe Group and the opportunities on offer, get in touch with our Planning Manager - David Maiorana on 9221 1991, or email david.maiorana@rowegroup.com.au directly.If you are looking for a change and exciting new opportunities in 2025, then Rowe Group is the place for you. Contact us by providing a covering letter and your CV to: melissa.allcock@rowegroup.com.au.We review all applications as they are received and as a result there is no formal closing date. Applications are treated on a strictly confidential basis.
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