Cadet Planner Psc1316

**Own your future with a Cadetship at Port Stephens Council (PSC) - ready for commencement in January 2026**

**The opportunity**

Our collaborative and reputable Planning team is eager to welcome a Cadet Planner, to continue in sharing their industry knowledge whilst supporting you throughout your journey in becoming a qualified professional in the industry

If you’re currently enrolled or eligible for enrolment in approved tertiary studies or a related discipline, the Planning Cadetship is the ideal opportunity for you to not only gain invaluable on the job work experience from the team, but to also undertake a Degree in Town Planning.

As our Cadet Planner, you will assess alongside the team a diverse range of exciting and challenging development proposals, as well as provide town planning and development advice to a range of stakeholders. This is a unique opportunity for you to gain cross-team experience in both Development Planning and Strategic Planning, leaving you with a well-rounded technical base at the completion of your studies.

**What does a career at PSC look like for me post-Cadetship?**

Whilst we can’t guarantee a permanent position post-cadetship, this is what a career path could look like with a Degree behind you:

- Cadet Planner
- Development Planner or Strategic Planner
- You could move into a mentoring position such as a Senior Development Planner or,
- Into a specialised Principal Development Planner / Principal Strategic Planner
- Or a strategic leadership position such as a Development Planning Coordinator or Strategic Planning Coordinator

**This is a contract opportunity** - working full-time 35 hours / week + access to a flexible working arrangement + access to study leave to attend courses at your formal education provider during work hours

**Base Hourly Range**: $26.70 to $34.16 (T4 - T7) + 12% superannuation + $2,464 retention allowance

**Under 18 years of age**: $19.85 (T2) + 12% superannuation + $2,464 retention allowance

**You will be working from** PSC Administration Building, Raymond Terrace

Some of the key responsibilities within this role are listed below however you can view the full list here - view the position description.
- Assess development proposals
- Provide town planning and development advice in conjunction with your Senior and Principal Development or Strategic Planners

**What does it mean to be a Cadet at PSC?**

Throughout your Cadetship, you’ll receive;
- Financial support in a paid role, including full payment for your studies
- Time in your work week to attend your formal training
- Progression through your salary levels with each year of successful completion
- You will also have the opportunity to participate in our internal networking events, where you can meet and socialise with other Apprentices, Cadets and Trainees at PSC
- Opportunities to develop your own professional and social networks through collaborating with other teams across PSC

**We’re all about putting the right people, in the right role Here’s what we’re looking for**:

- Demonstrated commitment to the completion of a Bachelor / Certificate in Town Planning or related
- Access to reliable transport for attendance at both work and external training providers
- Ability to work in a team environment

**This is life at PSC**
- Work/Life balance with generous leave entitlements, flexible work options and leave in lieu
- Long service leave when you’ve been with us for just over 5 years
- Health & Wellbeing leave to recharge when you need it
- Industry leading Paid Parental Leave accessible for all employees - regardless of how you became a parent, we offer 14 weeks that can be taken within 2 years from the birth, adoption, or long-term foster care of your child.
- PSCare Day available to all employees to take in addition to your regular leave entitlements
- Confidential support (including mental health) through our employee assistance program
- Award winning health and wellbeing program PSCare, Workers Health Initiative with access to a broad range of gyms in the area, and discounted health insurance
- Free parking on site and a convenient local shopping centre
- Coffee and food to keep you sustained at our on-site café
- And lots more

**Enough about us, we want to hear about you So tell us about**
- Why you want a career in Planning?

**Ready to Apply? Here’s what you need to know**
- a copy of your resume
- provide responses to questions above

**Applications Close**: Midnight, Sunday, 21 September 2025

**For position related enquiries,**contact: Mat Egan, Development Planning Coordinator, on 4988 0121

**For Application enquiries,** contact: Brooke Tisdell, Talent Acquisition Advisor, on 4988 0589

**For information on the Cadetship and study requirements**, contact: Tiahna Sanderson, Learning & Development Officer, on 4988 0391

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