Senior Development Planner

1 week ago


Fairfield, Australia Fairfield City Council Full time $104,720 - $122,668 per year

The Position
Council is seeking a suitably qualified and enthusiastic planning professional with broad and extensive experience in the assessment of development applications to join our development planning team. A high standard of inter-personal communication, negotiation and writing skills are essential. The position would ideally be suited to planning professionals seeking to work in a dynamic and fast paced team environment where you will be exposed to interesting and diverse projects across the Fairfield LGA.

The successful applicant will be a self-motivated individual capable of exercising delegation and case managing development proposals, preparing reports and attending the Sydney Western City Planning Panel (SWCPP) and the Fairfield Local Planning Panel (FLPP) in addition to directing and facilitating input into Council's planning policies and strategies.

Essential

  • University degree in Urban and Regional Planning, Town Planning or related discipline
  • Good communication and report writing skills
  • Extensive experience in assessing DAs
  • Working knowledge of all relevant planning legislation
  • Ability to provide pre-development advice to prospective applicants
  • Conflict resolution/negotiation skills
  • A valid driver's licence

Desirable

  • Post graduate qualifications in urban and regional planning or related discipline
  • Experience in urban design and principles of architecture
  • Experience in staff supervision/mentoring
  • Experience in the Land and Environment Court

Salary & Employment Conditions

  • Full time, permanent position - 35 hours per week
  • This position is a Grade 7, salary range is $104,720 p.a. with performance progression to$122,668. p.a.
  • A Mobile Telephone is provided
  • A Motor Vehicle benefit is available
  • Fairfield City Council offers a range of benefits including; Wellbeing initiatives including flu vaccination, discounted gym memberships and onsite gym - Free onsite parking available - In addition to annual and sick leave, 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year and access to long service leave after 5 years of employment

FURTHER CONTACT:
Enquiries regarding the position should be directed to Ms Sunnee Cullen on or a position description is available on Council's website.

CLOSING DATE:
COB, Friday 12 September 2025.

HOW TO APPLY:
Applications must address the Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications and Experience required in the Position Description. A Position Description is available from the contact person listed above, or from Council's Website. To apply online, visit Council's Website and select the Quick Link for Career Opportunities. Applications should be addressed to the undersigned and received by the closing date. Applicants must be prepared to undergo a medical examination at Council's expense. Fairfield City Council is a smoke-free workplace and is an EEO employer.

Notes
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FAIRFIELD NSW 1860 GENERAL MANAGER


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