Cadet Town Planner

1 week ago

Albury New South Wales, Australia Albury City Council Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

Working at AlburyCity is not just a job, you are connected to something much bigger.

Every position, every person, every department is here for our community and to make a difference to where we work, live and play. We are here to learn, to grown, to achieve and to create genuine connections within our community.

The Position

Assist in the delivery of the Town Planning service at AlburyCity, which includes, the provision of development advice, assessment of applications and creation of strategic policy for the future development of the City. The position will also assist in the provision of customer service of a high standard for all customers.

  • Working 35 hours per week with a fortnightly RDO
  • Flexible working arrangement
  • Come and work for an engaging and dynamic team

About us

We are the facilitator of a thriving, resilient and liveable city full of opportunities, and the custodians of an environment like no other. We ensure Albury is a great place to live, work and invest. 

Qualifications & experience

  • Must be currently enrolled in the second final or final year of a recognised university degree in Urban and Regional Planning (or equivalent).
  • Completion of Year 12 Higher School Certificate or equivalent
  • Class C (standard) Driver's Licence or Provisional Licence (compulsory to have and maintain)

Tasks & responsibilities

  • Assessment and determination of Development Applications against various statutory legislation applicable to the planning purposes
  • Site inspection of new and existing developments ensuring compliance with conditions of approval and all relevant legislation.
  • Advisory service to all customers in relation to Local Environment Plans (LEPs), Development Control Plans (DCPs) and Council policies.
  • Review and preparation of LEPs, DCPs and other non-statutory documents.
  • Consultation with internal and external stakeholders and the local community on strategic planning matters

Hours

Based on a 35 hour week, with actual days and times being Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm, with an RDO in accordance with AlburyCity's RDO guidelines.

Benefits

Live and work in a culture rich location minutes from the Murray River, just a short drive to one of Victoria's best wine regions and with the ski fields so close you will be zooming down the mountains in under two hours.  

Our employee benefits include professional development and flexible working conditions. Our conditions of employment support equal opportunities and an ethical, diverse, and inclusive workplace. 

We also recognise and value your priorities beyond work. It's important to us that you have a sustainable work–life balance, so we offer flexible working arrangements, a nine-day fortnight (full-time staff) and a range of leave options and support programs.

AlburyCity is committed to being a child safe organisation by creating cultures, adopting strategies and taking action to empower children. We work hard to keep them safe from harm because child safety is everyone's responsibility.

This role closes on the 2 November 2025. Should you require any further information for this role please email Matthew Wilson on  or call on

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