Infrastructure Planning Officer

A/Senior Manager Talent Acquisition at NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure. Temporary full-time until July 2027, with the creation of a talent pool. Parramatta office location (3 days per week onsite) with flexibility for other NSW locations. Salary relative to experience and ranges from $115,853 - $130,547 + super.

• Support the delivery of public infrastructure projects for NSW.
• Temporary full-time until July 2027, as well as the creation of a talent pool.
• Parramatta office location (3 days p/w onsite); flexible for other NSW locations.
• Assist in the negotiation, preparation and administration of State planning agreements for the provision of public infrastructure by reviewing proposals initiated by landholders and coordinating with authorities to ensure required infrastructure is available where projects are implemented.
• Collaborate with government stakeholders to prepare strategic and/or detailed infrastructure plans and associated funding arrangements to support growth, and contribute to high quality work on a wide range of strategic infrastructure planning matters, including written reports and advice to Government.

• Appropriate tertiary qualifications (e.g., engineering, economics, urban planning, land surveying, project management, construction management) or equivalent relevant industry experience.

Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and support programs. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed.

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. We create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property; and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities. We are an inclusive and accessible workplace where individual contributions are valued and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, flexible working practices, job sharing, and workplace adjustments.

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and a cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role. Applications close 11.55pm on Wednesday 24 September 2025.

For further information about the role, please contact Peter Kim at peter.kim@planning.nsw.gov.au.

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

To be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working visa for the duration of the appointment.

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 6363 7676 - HR Support, option 3, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference "Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number".

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.