Social & Community Planner

Overview
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Responsibilities
Temporary Full-Time position for 2 years – with possible extension
Lead social and community planning strategies that strengthen wellbeing, equity, and resilience across Wollondilly
Provide expert advice, deliver Social and Health Impact Assessments, and collaborate with Council, health partners, and local stakeholders to shape healthy, inclusive environments for the future
About the opportunity
Ready to make a real difference in a rapidly growing community? In this role, you'll provide expert advice, deliver Social and Health Impact Assessments, and collaborate with Council, health partners, and local stakeholders to shape healthy, inclusive environments for the future.
Note: This position is jointly funded by Council and South Western Sydney Local Health District. Principal place of work is Council's offices in Picton, with potential up to one day per week at Liverpool Hospital in collaboration with the SWSLHD's Population Health Unit.
Qualifications
Tertiary qualifications in Social Planning, Social Work/Social Sciences, Urban Planning, Public Health or related fields, or extensive demonstrated experience
Current NSW Class C Driver's Licence & Current Working with Children's Check
Understanding of the relationship between the built environment and health and wellbeing outcomes
Experience developing, implementing and monitoring social and community planning strategies, policies and place-based initiatives that promote social inclusion, equity, wellbeing and resilience across diverse and growing populations
Experience leading Social and Health Impact Assessments (SaHIA) with knowledge of land use planning processes and healthy built environment principles
Strong analytical skills using demographic and social data to inform decision-making and funding proposals
Ability to build and maintain partnerships with health districts, government agencies, NGOs, and community groups to co-design responses
What we can offer you
Located on Sydney's southern fringe, Wollondilly Shire Council spans 2,560 km2 of natural bushland, scenic waterways, and vibrant communities. We offer a positive work environment and a range of benefits:
Growth Learning Program
STAR Reward and Recognition program
Educational Assistance Program
Health & Wellbeing programs
Employee Assistance Program
Further Information
Further Information:
Michelle Sheehan, Manager Community, Arts & Tourism on
Applications Close:
5:00pm Monday 22 September 2025
Join us in Making Wollondilly even better together
Only applications received via Council's online recruitment platform will be considered. To apply, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, a permanent resident, or have unlimited work rights in Australia without visa restrictions.
All positions are engaged Monday to Sunday (except otherwise stated) in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award. Shortlisted applicants may be required to complete pre-employment checks including a medical assessment (with drug and alcohol screening), police clearance, qualification and bankruptcy verification, and a valid WWCC.
Wollondilly Shire Council is committed to fostering a positive, inclusive, and diverse workplace culture. We encourage applications from First Nations peoples, individuals with disability, veterans, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities. We provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
Seniorit y level
Associate
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Consulting and Customer Service
Industries: Government Administration
Picton, New South Wales, Australia
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