Social & Community Planner

Overview

Picton, New South Wales
• Full-time

• Temporary Full-Time position for 2 years – with possible extension
• Salary commencing from $104,598 + 12% Superannuation
• 35-hour week with access to generous Flex-time provisions and Working from Home arrangements

Social & Community Planner – Summary Of The Position

Social & Community Planner

About The Opportunity

Ready to make a real difference in a rapidly growing community? We're looking for a passionate professional to lead social and community planning strategies that strengthen wellbeing, equity, and resilience across Wollondilly. In this role, you'll provide expert advice, deliver Social and Health Impact Assessments, and collaborate with Council, health partners, and local stakeholders to shape healthy, inclusive environments for the future.

(Please note: This position is a jointly funded position between Council and South Western Sydney Local Health District. The principal place of work will be at Council's offices in Picton, however, there will be potentially up to one day per week working at Liverpool Hospital in collaboration with the SWSLHD's Population Health Unit).

Qualifications & Experience

• Tertiary qualifications in Social Planning, Social Work/Social Sciences, Urban Planning, Public Health or related fields, and/or extensive demonstrated experience
• Current NSW Class C Driver's Licence & Current Working with Children's Check
• A well-developed understanding and experience of the relationship between the built environment and health and wellbeing outcomes
• Extensive experience in developing, implementing and monitoring social and community planning strategies, policies and place-based initiatives that promote social inclusion, equity, wellbeing and resilience across diverse and growing populations, including through the creation of inclusive programs and community spaces
• Proven ability to lead and deliver Social and Health Impact Assessments (SaHIA), with a strong understanding of land use planning processes and healthy built environment principles
• Strong analytical skills, with experience using demographic and social data to identify gaps, prepare reports, develop funding proposals, and inform short- to long-term strategic decision-making
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective partnerships with the local health districts, government agencies, non-government organisations, and community groups to co-design responses to emerging needs and advocate for shared priorities

What We Can Offer You

Located on Sydney's southern fringe, Wollondilly Shire Council spans 2,560 km² of natural bushland, scenic waterways, and vibrant, welcoming communities. We deliver exceptional, high-performing services and actively cultivate a positive and supportive work environment, offering a range of benefits to support, reward and engage our workforce:

• Growth Learning Program – Learn, develop and grow your career
• STAR Reward and Recognition program
• Educational Assistance Program
• Health & Wellbeing programs
• Employee Assistance Program

Further Information

Michelle Sheehan, Manager Community, Arts & Tourism on 0405 149 599

Applications Close: 5:00pm Monday 22 September 2025

How to Apply

Join us in Making Wollondilly even better together Applications via Council's online recruitment platform only. To apply, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, a permanent resident, or have unlimited work rights in Australia without visa restrictions.

All positions are engaged Monday to Sunday (except otherwise stated) in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award. Shortlisted applicants may be required to complete pre-employment checks including a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol screening), police clearance, qualification and bankruptcy verification, and a valid WWCC.

Wollondilly Shire Council is committed to fostering a positive, inclusive, and diverse workplace culture. We encourage applications from First Nations peoples, individuals with disability, veterans, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities. Reasonable adjustments are provided to support applicants throughout the recruitment process.

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