Manager, Urban Planning

Job no:508347
Work type:full time
Location:Crawley
Categories:Campus / facilities management

Campus Management

• Large property portfolio across WA
• Key role within an experienced and diverse Team
• Exciting opportunity to contribute to future development opportunities at UWA
• Full-time, fixed-term appointment for 2 years
• Salary range: Level 9 $117,049 - $123,858 plus 17% superannuation  

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked amongst the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research-intensive universities.  With an enviable research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to ‘innovate and inspire’ there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top University. 

About the team  

Campus Management is responsible for planning, developing and managing the University’s campus and property portfolio to support teaching, research and campus life. Campus Management delivers a comprehensive range of University-wide services.

About the opportunity  

You will have a significant role in managing a substantial area and staff. You will develop and implement the campus plan and associated planning processes, precinct plans, and facilitating statutory planning approvals for property and construction projects. This will be in line with relevant Government agencies to meet the University’s objectives.

You are also responsible for the management of University property.  You will provide planning, advice and oversight of the endowment and University property portfolio. You will report and respond to enquiries regarding the University’s property and endowments, using expertise and judgement to independently analyse and solve problems. You will be required to provide information, analysis, and advice as part of the portfolio management for Campus Management.

To be considered for this role, you will demonstrate: 

• Relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency
• Eligible for membership with the Planning Institute of Australia (preferable)
• Substantial and extensive management experience
• Substantial knowledge of planning legislation and development requirements in Western Australia including statutory planning and urban design (preferable)
• Demonstrated experience in the submission of development proposals for statutory compliance (preferable)
• Demonstrated ability to determine long term planning and key strategic direction

Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description. Please see the position description prior to applying:   PD Manager, Urban Planning.pdf

The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria. 

Closing date: Tuesday, 30 November 2021

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia. 

Application Details:  Please apply online via the Apply Now button. 

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity 

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce. We celebrate inclusion and diversity and believe gender equity is fundamental to achieving our goal of being a top 50 university by 2050. 

• We have child friendly areas on campus, including childcare facilities. Flexible work arrangements, part-time hours and job sharing will all be considered. 
• UWA has been awarded Bronze Employer Status for being a Top Ten Employer for LGBTI Inclusion by the Australian Workplace Equity Index (AWEI -2021). 
• UWA has also been awarded Athena Swan Bronze Accreditation in 2020.    

Advertised:16 Nov 2021 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close:30 Nov 2021 11:55 PM W. Australia Standard Time