Strategic Planning Officer | PSC1152

1 day ago

Raymond Terrace, New South Wales, Australia Port Stephens Council Full time $73,236 - $86,085 per year

A great lifestyle in a treasured environment, this is life at PSC

The opportunity

We have an exciting temporary opportunity for a Strategic Planning Officer to become part of our dynamic Strategic Planning team for a period up until 25 September 2026.

In this role, you will collaborate closely with the Senior Strategic Planner to enhance the physical, environmental, social, and economic well-being of the Port Stephens community.

This role would suit a student currently studying planning or a related field.

  • This is a contract opportunity until 25 September 2026 – working full-time 35 hours / week + access to a flexible working arrangement
  • Base Salary Range: $73,236 - $86,085 pa based on 35 hours / week + 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.

  • Provide administrative support to the Strategic Planning Unit and collaborate on strategic projects
  • Support the implementation of the Local Infrastructure Contributions Plan
  • Maintain the local infrastructure contribution registers
  • Provide excellent customer service and advice to the community and Council stakeholders
  • Oversee the planning certificate system and ensure dataset accuracy

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

  • Tertiary qualifications (or working toward completion) in a related field or equivalent experience
  • Knowledge of planning and development legislation, including the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979 (NSW)
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills

This is life at PSC

  • Work/Life balance with generous leave entitlements, flexible work options and leave in lieu
  • 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 this role and how it aligns to your career goals?

Ready to Apply? Here's what you need to know

Applications Close: Midnight, Sunday, 12 October 2025

Contact: Gemma Wallace, Senior Strategic Planner, on

For information on our recruitment process, and what we look for in an application, please visit our Careers page on our website for 'How to Apply'

To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Description and our organisation Values

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