Senior Planning Officer Assessments

Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies.

• Be a key part of the Housing Delivery Authority, leading a new streamlined State Significant Development pathway to boost housing supply
• Multiple ongoing full-time opportunities
• Office location – Parramatta with flexible working supported
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $138,539.00 to $148,283 + super

What's in it for me?

Why work for us - Welcome to the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure

Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed.

The Housing Development Authority

Boosting housing supply and improving affordability to help to build a better future for the people of NSW

The NSW Government is committed to providing the homes that young people, families and workers need through reforms that are designed to streamline planning approvals for major housing developments. To make this happen as quickly as possible, the Housing Delivery Authority | Planning (HDA) is leading a new streamlined State Significant Development (SSD) pathway and concurrent rezoning process.

Be part of the reform and take the opportunity to make a positive difference for NSW Play a role in increasing housing supply near existing infrastructure vital to supporting thriving, vibrant communities including more options for young people now and into the future. Work in the team responsible for a new approval pathway for major housing projects.

The role

No two days are the same We are looking for Planning Assessment professionals deliver high quality, efficient and timely assessment advice to ensure State significant projects meet all statutory obligations, Government policy requirements, and Government goals. You will complete assessments within the benchmark timeframes in a manner to provide greater certainty for applicants and the community whilst not sacrificing the quality of these assessments

Working wide range of complex and contentious state significant projects, you will be analysing issues to recommend innovative options and solutions. The key to success in this role will be building relationships and increasing engagement with various stakeholders including external agencies and the community while managing their different and often competing interests.

Bring your ideas to the table In this interesting and dynamic role, we also want you to assist in the development of policy and ongoing improvements to our processes.

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Planning Officer Assessments HDA

What you will bring to the role

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively convey ideas and collaborate with team members and prepare high quality reports and other documentation. You will have the ability to translate complex technical information into easy to understand material.
• Strong problem-solving abilities to navigate complex challenges and adapt to evolving situations.
• Outstanding stakeholder engagement skills, fostering strong relationships and ensuring alignment with diverse stakeholders to achieve outcomes.
• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant environmental assessment and planning legislation and processes
• Proven experience in stakeholder engagement, negotiation and project management.

What is an essential requirement:

• Degree in planning, environmental management, engineering or other relevant discipline
• Willingness to travel and (minimum) Class C Driver's Licence

About us

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities.

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.

Join us

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close Tuesday 28 October 2025 at 11.55pm

Should you require further information about the role please contact Lisa Pemberton, Team Leader Assessments, on or

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A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via or HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.