Senior Strategic Planner

Senior Strategic Planner Here at CBCity The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Councils in NSW, serving over 380,000 residents with diverse communities.
We provide key services including childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities, and aquatic centres.
The role We are seeking a Senior Strategic Planner – Urbanist to help create a beautiful and liveable city that our community loves.
In this role, you will assess State Significant developments and rezoning proposals, contribute to planning and design policy, and support the review of Council's planning framework.
You should bring strong technical expertise, a solid understanding of good design outcomes, and experience negotiating planning agreements that deliver community value.
Key duties include: Develop, implement, and review planning policies, land use strategies, and planning instruments.
Use technical expertise to solve complex planning and design challenges.
Assess planning proposals and advise Council on their progression.
Assist with the preparation of Council-initiated planning proposals.
Lead negotiations of Planning Agreements with applicants to achieve outcomes beneficial to the community and Council.
Manage submissions and negotiations on complex State significant developments and infrastructure projects.
Prepare consultant briefs and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
Lead project planning and delivery with multidisciplinary teams.
Improve urban planning processes within Council.
Engage with stakeholders and support community consultations.
Verify planning certificate information before issuance.
Ensure safe work practices and manage health and safety risks.
Handle correspondence and other tasks as required.
For full duties, review the position description HERE.
You will have Tertiary qualifications in town planning, urban design, or related fields.
Current Class C driver's license.
Experience working in teams to address complex planning challenges.
Strong knowledge of planning legislation, policies, and instruments.
Familiarity with planning processes, including local environmental and development control plans.
Experience managing planning projects with diverse stakeholders.
Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and work within budgets.
Understanding of government and private sector roles in planning.
Proficiency in electronic file management systems.
Experience in negotiating and finalizing Planning Agreements.
Desirable but not essential: qualifications or experience in Project Management, Urban Design, or Geospatial Information Systems (GIS).
Experience across government and private sectors is advantageous.
The salary starts at $104,465 (Grade H, Step 1) + Super + Vehicle Allowance, negotiable based on skills and experience.
What's on offer An attractive remuneration package.
Work-life balance through our Accrued Time Off program.
Opportunities to make a positive community impact.
Professional growth and development opportunities.
Access to health and wellbeing programs.
For more information, contact Patrick Lebon (Coordinator Strategic Assessments) at cbcity.nsw.gov.au.
Apply via the 'Apply' button, creating a login with your email, and upload your Resume and Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria and explaining your suitability.
Applications close Wednesday 23 July 2025 We are committed to diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from all backgrounds, including people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTQIA+ community, and culturally diverse backgrounds.
If you need support during the application process, contact the Talent Management Team at cbcity.nsw.gov.au.
Successful applicants may need to undertake background checks, medical exams, or Working with Children Checks.
Applicants must hold Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or a valid work permit/visa with full working rights.
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