Expert Urban Planning Advisor

1 day ago

Wollongong City Council, Australia beBeePlanner Full time
Job Opportunity

We are seeking a Principal Planner to join our team on a permanent basis. This role will contribute to our business goals by providing professional planning and resource management advice in both statutory and strategic planning.

As a Principal Planner, you will have the opportunity to contribute to multi-disciplinary project teams and work independently on your own projects. Our team works on a range of land development, infrastructure, and strategic planning projects across New South Wales.

The successful candidate will be developed professionally and personally, with opportunities for career growth and advancement. Day-to-day tasks may include:

  • Demonstrating proficiency in urban planning research, data analysis, and report writing.
  • Acting as project manager, coordinating projects to ensure outputs meet or exceed agreed goals.
  • Developing project plans and strategies for completing major projects, including identifying business resource requirements.
  • Managing or assisting with the preparation of strategies, reports, environmental impact assessments, and other planning documentation and submissions.
  • Undertaking technical and quality reviews of documentation prepared by the planning team.
  • Leading and assisting with the preparation of tender documentation.
  • Fostering client relationships and identifying business opportunities.
  • Growing, developing, and mentoring junior staff.

To be successful, you'll need:

  • Tertiary qualifications in Urban and Regional Planning or Architecture/Urban Design, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
  • Proficiency in urban planning research, data analysis, and report writing.
  • Extensive experience in statutory or strategic planning, preferably within NSW.
  • Self-motivation and self-direction.
  • An interest in working on a broad variety of projects.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • A commitment to self-improvement and continuing professional development.
  • Drive and passion to solve problems and produce innovative solutions.

We offer a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including flexible working arrangements, options for additional leave, learning and talent development programs, and more.

Our company is serious about healthy work-life balance, diversity, inclusion, indigenous relations, innovation, community engagement, corporate sustainability, and social wellbeing. We welcome applicants who share these values.

If you're interested in this role, please apply through the link below.

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