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PLANNING OFFICER
Posted: 02/07/2026
Closing Date: 13/07/2026
Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Administration Office
Job Category: Government, Defence & Emergency
Broome is one of the most stunning places in Australia. It has magnificent beaches and a natural environment that boasts desirable lifestyles, active and dynamic cultural, sporting and social scenes, with all the features and benefits of a small town!
At the Shire of Broome our people are fundamental to our success. We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace with the right people in the right roles, who are proactive, empowered and appropriately rewarded.
We strive to be a workplace filled with employees who live and breathe our values of PEARLS (Proactive, Engaging, Accountable, Respectful, Listening, Sustainable).
Job Description
The Role
As Planning Officer you will provide professional and objective advice and information to Council, owners, developers and other key stakeholders in relation to land use planning and development within the Shire of Broome.
Provide advice and learning to the public and community members on matters relating to planning and development within the Shire of Broome with excellent customer service. Participate in a team environment to facilitate development in accordance with Council's statutory obligations and adopted strategies and policies. Optimise the improvement of planning services practices and processes. Assist in tracking and administration of compliance for development approvals granted. Monitoring alleged illegal development in accordance with legislation. Undertake special projects within skill base and qualifications.
The position description can be viewed here.
Desired Skills And Experience
The Candidate
Ideally Will Have
Developed verbal and written communications skills. Developed communication and interpersonal skills, together with demonstrated negotiation skills. Sound knowledge of statutory planning processes and procedures. Demonstrated research and analytical skills. Demonstrated ability to interpret and communicate planning issues, policies and procedures. Proven ability to contribute effectively to Directorate by being a team player with well developed time management skills. A demonstrated understanding of the principles of equal opportunity, occupational health and safety and other relevant legislation, and the willingness and capacity to implement or work within the relevant plans, policies and programs.
Qualifications And/or Training
A qualification in any of the relevant fields. Membership of or eligibility for membership of, a relevant professional body.
Desirable
Previous working experience in a Local Government environment and exposure to regional planning issues. Current driver’s license
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About Shire of Broome
The Shire of Broome is located in the Kimberley Region of WA and is a favourite holiday destination for visitors from around Australia and the world with its unique history, tropical climate and natural attractions. It covers 56,000sqkm with a population of about 17,000 people.
Remnants of Broome’s exotic pearling past are everywhere. The town’s multicultural community ensures an array of gourmet tastes, colourful characters and cultural influences. Chinatown is home to some of the world’s finest pearl showrooms along with other retail outlets. Broome's attractions include Cable Beach, Dampier Peninsula, Staircase to the Moon, dinosaur footprints, Courthouse Markets, heritage-listed Sun Pictures and the Shinju Matsuri Festival.
While the cattle and pearling industries were the main economic drivers in the past, more recently Broome has become a high profile tourist destination, with many residents employed to share Broome’s tourism experiences with the thousands of visitors to the Kimberley during the high season.
Broome’s other major industries include fishing, aquaculture, agriculture, horticulture, mining and exploration, and logistics, with the expansion of these sectors expected to generate economic growth for the region and offering greater employment opportunities into the future.
With education facilities, restaurants, shopping, medical centres and a regional hospital, together with the opportunity to relax, camp and fish in the Kimberley, Broome’s lifestyle is a drawcard for travellers to settle permanently in the town.
Broome is home to many government agencies which service the wider Kimberley region. With a climate ideal for outdoor activities, Broome’s many sporting clubs and recreation facilities encourage community participation.
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PLANNING OFFICER
Posted: 02/07/2026
Closing Date: 13/07/2026
Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Administration Office
Job Category: Government, Defence & Emergency
Broome is one of the most stunning places in Australia. It has magnificent beaches and a natural environment that boasts desirable lifestyles, active and dynamic cultural, sporting and social scenes, with all the features and benefits of a small town!
At the Shire of Broome our people are fundamental to our success. We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace with the right people in the right roles, who are proactive, empowered and appropriately rewarded.
We strive to be a workplace filled with employees who live and breathe our values of PEARLS (Proactive, Engaging, Accountable, Respectful, Listening, Sustainable).
Job Description
The Role
As Planning Officer you will provide professional and objective advice and information to Council, owners, developers and other key stakeholders in relation to land use planning and development within the Shire of Broome.
Provide advice and learning to the public and community members on matters relating to planning and development within the Shire of Broome with excellent customer service. Participate in a team environment to facilitate development in accordance with Council's statutory obligations and adopted strategies and policies. Optimise the improvement of planning services practices and processes. Assist in tracking and administration of compliance for development approvals granted. Monitoring alleged illegal development in accordance with legislation. Undertake special projects within skill base and qualifications.
The position description can be viewed here.
Desired Skills And Experience
The Candidate
Ideally Will Have
Developed verbal and written communications skills. Developed communication and interpersonal skills, together with demonstrated negotiation skills. Sound knowledge of statutory planning processes and procedures. Demonstrated research and analytical skills. Demonstrated ability to interpret and communicate planning issues, policies and procedures. Proven ability to contribute effectively to Directorate by being a team player with well developed time management skills. A demonstrated understanding of the principles of equal opportunity, occupational health and safety and other relevant legislation, and the willingness and capacity to implement or work within the relevant plans, policies and programs.
Qualifications And/or Training
A qualification in any of the relevant fields. Membership of or eligibility for membership of, a relevant professional body.
Desirable
Previous working experience in a Local Government environment and exposure to regional planning issues. Current driver’s license
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About Shire of Broome
The Shire of Broome is located in the Kimberley Region of WA and is a favourite holiday destination for visitors from around Australia and the world with its unique history, tropical climate and natural attractions. It covers 56,000sqkm with a population of about 17,000 people.
Remnants of Broome’s exotic pearling past are everywhere. The town’s multicultural community ensures an array of gourmet tastes, colourful characters and cultural influences. Chinatown is home to some of the world’s finest pearl showrooms along with other retail outlets. Broome's attractions include Cable Beach, Dampier Peninsula, Staircase to the Moon, dinosaur footprints, Courthouse Markets, heritage-listed Sun Pictures and the Shinju Matsuri Festival.
While the cattle and pearling industries were the main economic drivers in the past, more recently Broome has become a high profile tourist destination, with many residents employed to share Broome’s tourism experiences with the thousands of visitors to the Kimberley during the high season.
Broome’s other major industries include fishing, aquaculture, agriculture, horticulture, mining and exploration, and logistics, with the expansion of these sectors expected to generate economic growth for the region and offering greater employment opportunities into the future.
With education facilities, restaurants, shopping, medical centres and a regional hospital, together with the opportunity to relax, camp and fish in the Kimberley, Broome’s lifestyle is a drawcard for travellers to settle permanently in the town.
Broome is home to many government agencies which service the wider Kimberley region. With a climate ideal for outdoor activities, Broome’s many sporting clubs and recreation facilities encourage community participation.