Social & Community Planner

Overview

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

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.

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 Population Health Unit.

Responsibilities

- Lead 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.
- Develop, implement and monitor social and community planning strategies and related assessments, including Social and Health Impact Assessments (SaHIA).
- Provide expert advice to Council, health partners, and local stakeholders to shape healthy built environments.

Qualifications

- 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 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
- Proven ability to lead and deliver 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 strategic decision-making
- Ability to build and maintain effective partnerships with local health districts, government agencies, non-government organisations, and community groups

What we can offer you

Located on Sydney’s southern fringe, Wollondilly Shire Council spans 2,560 km² of natural bushland, scenic waterways, and welcoming communities.

We deliver high-performing services and actively cultivate a positive, supportive work environment with a variety of benefits including:

- Growth Learning Program
- STAR Reward and Recognition program
- Educational Assistance Program
- Health & Wellbeing programs
- Employee Assistance Program

Want to find out more?

Further Information: Michelle Sheehan, Manager Community, Arts & Tourism on 0405 149 599
Applications Close: 5:00pm Monday 22 September 2025

Join us in Making Wollondilly even better together

Only applications received via Council’s online recruitment platform will be considered. To apply for this position, 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 uphold our responsibility as a child-safe organisation, dedicated to promoting and protecting the rights of children and young people. We encourage applications from First Nations peoples, individuals with disability, veterans, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities. We actively provide reasonable adjustments ensuring applicants are supported throughout the recruitment process.

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