Philip Paton

Philip Paton – Principal Town Planner

Philip has more than 26 years of town planning experience and provides senior planning advice across development and land use matters.

His experience includes navigating planning approval processes and providing strategic advice on development opportunities and constraints.

Philip holds a degree in Environmental Planning and a postgraduate qualification in Town and Country Planning. His career spans private and government sectors, where he has integrated his planning expertise with project management, business improvement, and change management to deliver successful projects and foster organisational development.

As the Principal Planner for Beveridge Williams’ Western Region, Philip leads the Town Planning team, delivering service excellence and client satisfaction. His certifications in Prince2 Project Management, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, and PROSCI Change Management further enable him to spearhead business improvement initiatives, enhancing customer service on a national scale.

Philip supports wider Town Planning through a position on the PIA VIC Division Committee, PIA National Congress 2025 Program Advisory Committee and as a PIA mentor for young planners.