Urban Planner

Hatch, Environment, People & Place (EP&P) is an award-winning global practice at the forefront of shaping the future of our cities and regions, with a rich 30 year history in Perth (via Roberts Day). We are looking for people to join our specialised multi-disciplinary team who are hardworking, collaborative and passionate about positive change shaping great places that are prosperous and resilient.

We are a place-led multi-disciplinary team consisting of urban planners, urban designers, economists and community engagement experts. We pride ourselves on our evidence-based and collaborative approach, specialising in large precinct-scale projects with public and private clients.

We draw from the sharpest minds from across four continents in urban economics, social value, climate change, transit-oriented-development, infrastructure and green technology. This integrated offer has enabled us to grow and evolve with a multitude of projects in several market sectors locally and globally.

Our **Perth** team are passionate about creating great places, are inquisitive and creative thinkers, excellent communicators both verbal and visual, and have a high level of enthusiasm and motivation to learn and grow. We place collaboration above all else - it drives the way we service our clients and create alliances with our co-consultants. We pride ourselves on fostering a happy, inclusive and collegiate team environment. We are looking to bring on a **Graduate Urban Planner** to our team in Perth. This would be an immediate start.
- Liaise with client, key government and industry representatives to resolve urban development challenges and other project issues
- Undertakes research and obtain insights, conclusions, and recommendations from complex data and incorporate into strategies and projects across urban planning, place, urban design, economics and social valuedisciplines
- Assist with community engagement preparation and participation.
- Timely, accurate work of a high quality that is delivered within budget allocations and is effective in achieving quality outcomes for client projects.

**You will bring to the role;**
- A degree and strong academic record in urban planning from a recognised institution.
- 1-3 years' urban planning experience, preferably in WA
- An understanding of the WA planning system and urban planning/ design issues and statutory requirements for planning at different scales and contexts
- A team focused work ethic, excellent written and verbal communications skills, sound analytical skills and a client service ethos
- Demonstrated passion for the built environment and the delivery of sustainable communities
- Current right to live and work in Australia (i.e permanent residency or citizenship)

**You will have opportunities to**:

- Develop mentoring relationships with experienced professionals and experts
- Achieve individual career goals
- Work in a flexible framework and environment
- Continuously learn and develop through a variety of challenging work experiences and career pathways, including tailored professional development programs
- Attend networking events, opportunities and activities
- Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to complete project deliverables for clients
- Cover letter outlining why you are interested in working for Hatch and your key skills, interest and attributes;
- 1-2 page resume; and

A portfolio with a selection of work you personally created.

Why join us?
- Work with great people to make a difference
- Collaborate on exciting large-scale projects that create positive change
- Top employer

What we offer you?
- Long term career development
- Think globally, work locally

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.