TAG Trainee Town Planner

6 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Careers at Council Full time
Overview

The City of Canterbury Bankstown (CBCity) is one of the largest Councils in NSW, serving more than 380,000 residents with 28 key services including childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres.

The Role

We are offering a two-year fixed-term Trainee Town Planner program designed to start a career in statutory planning, development assessment, and customer service. You will receive on-the-job mentoring and training while contributing to real-world development projects that shape our city.

Duties
  • Provide planning and development advice through Council's Duty Planner and pre-lodgement services
  • Assist with assessing development proposals and related applications
  • Support customers via counter, phone, and email
  • Ensure applications meet legislative requirements
  • Prepare reports, memorandums, and correspondence on development matters
  • Undertake site inspections and coordinate feedback from internal and external stakeholders
  • Meet Council deadlines and statutory timeframes
  • Carry out other tasks as directed by the Team Leader or Manager

For a full list of duties, review the position description.

You Will Have
  • Enrolment in a tertiary course leading to a qualification in town planning or a related discipline
  • Strong interest in development assessment and statutory planning
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Basic understanding of relevant planning legislation and regulations
  • Commitment to continuous learning and a proactive work ethic
  • Class C Driver's Licence

The salary for this opportunity begins at $43,024 (T04 Grade) plus 12% super.

What's On Offer
  • Two-year full-time temporary position (19 January 2026 – 18 January 2028)
  • Hands-on experience and structured training in urban planning
  • Supportive team environment with experienced mentors
  • Flexible working arrangements including Accrued Time Off
  • Opportunity to launch a meaningful career in local government

For more information, contact Chakib Lawand – Team Leader Development Systems at chakib.lawand@cbcity.nsw.gov.au.

You will need to submit your application via the Apply button, create a login using your email address, and upload a resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria within the position description.

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria

Applications close: 13 September 2025

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at recruitment@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.

Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.

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