Manager Planning

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

• Shape Sydney Olympic Park's future by steering planning and design that protects its unique character
• Temporary role until July 2026
• Based at Sydney Olympic Park with flexible working arrangements
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $ 149,739 to $173,174 + super

What's in it for me?

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 role

As Manager Planning and Design, you'll help shape the future of Sydney Olympic Park by guiding strategic planning and urban design that respects the precinct's unique character. You'll lead the implementation and review of the Master Plan, provide expert advice on development proposals, and ensure planning policies align with SOPA's vision for a vibrant, connected community.

You'll navigate complex planning, heritage and environmental challenges while fostering design excellence and managing consultants and internal teams. With a strong customer focus and a collaborative mindset, you'll balance integrity and innovation to deliver impactful outcomes across the Park

For more information read the full Role Description: Manager Planning and Design

What you will bring to the role

• Demonstrated extensive experience in both the statutory and strategic areas of planning and a proven record in urban design, policy development, assessment and resolution of complex planning, environmental, heritage and sustainability issues.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively convey ideas and collaborate with team members.
• Proven leadership qualities, including the ability to motivate and inspire others to achieve shared goals.
• Strong presentation skills and the ability to articulate and present solutions, ideas and recommendations.
• Capable of driving outcomes while effectively involving stakeholders throughout the process, fostering collaboration and buy-in.

What is an essential requirement:

• Tertiary qualifications in urban planning, urban design or related discipline and eligible for membership of the Planning Institute of Australia.

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 Sunday 26th October 2025 at 11.55pm.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Vivienne Albin, Director Urban Renewal & Environment on for further details.

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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.