At a Glance
- Tasks: Help shape the future of Blacktown by planning urban growth and community development.
- Company: Join Blacktown City Council, one of Australia's largest councils.
- Benefits: Secure full-time role, competitive salary, flextime, and ongoing training.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive environment with great teams and career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on your community while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Degree in planning or related field and urban planning experience required.
The predicted salary is between 81450 - 99550 $ per year.
Professional expertise. Personal purpose.
Join Blacktown City Council’s Urban Planning and Economic Development team and help plan how the city grows.
You research land use, transport, housing, environmental and community issues, then turn legislation, evidence and stakeholder input into practical planning advice.
Your week includes preparing reports and recommendations, developing planning strategies, policies, environmental planning instruments and development control plans, and contributing to community consultation.
You draft responses to State Government planning initiatives, maintain Section 10.7 Planning Certificate data and GIS mapping layers, provide advice to customers and colleagues, and support projects from research through to implementation.
You must hold a degree in planning or a related field, urban planning experience and an understanding of NSW planning legislation.
You must communicate complex information clearly, analyse planning issues, manage projects and competing priorities, and work effectively across Council.
At Blacktown City Council, good people make great teams, and great teams build great cities. Here, you will find the stability and support to keep growing, along with:
- a secure, permanent, full-time role with one of Australia's largest councils
- an entry level salary commencing at $1,866.69 per week
- access to Council's flextime arrangement
- 12% superannuation and competitive leave entitlements
- ongoing training and development support
- access to Fitness Passport, social clubs and wellbeing programs.
- Our commitment to safety
Blacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre-employment phase, and via a series of random and cause testing.
We are a child safe organisation that supports and promotes the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children.
- Contact officer: Kirsten Ryan on 9839 6206
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Urban Planner in Blacktown employer: Careers at Council
At Port Macquarie-Hastings Council, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values community impact and employee development. Our supportive work culture fosters collaboration and innovation, offering opportunities for career growth through continuous learning and professional development. With a focus on work-life balance, including a 35-hour work week and flexible hours, plus benefits like discounted gym memberships and recognition programs, we ensure our employees thrive both personally and professionally in a vibrant coastal location.
