Title:
Principal Planner,Permanent - Full-time Role, 35hours per week
Salary Range:
$126,033.93 to $146,472.89 per annum + super (subject to skills and experience)
Who we are:
Stretching from Manly to Palm Beach and Dee Why to Belrose, the Northern Beaches is a fascinating and complex area with beautiful beaches, coastal lakes, vast areas of bushland and boasting iconic landmarks. The beaches has a population of more than 270,000, is one of Sydney's best recreational playgrounds and is recognised as having a much desired quality of lifestyle, natural beauty and environmental quality. Northern Beaches Council strives to deliver the highest quality services to our community. Join us and you'll be part of an organisation committed to promoting sustainable growth, leading the community, protecting our environment, delivering quality development, and creating a great future for the Northern Beaches.
Working with us:
Northern Beaches Council provides a comprehensive range of benefits focused on our employees' lifestyle, health and wellbeing, recognition and career development. In this role you'll enjoy -
- Rostered days off scheme
- Health and wellbeing leave
- A culture of supporting continuous professional development
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Work from home opportunities
- Mentorship opportunities available for aspiring leaders
- Genuine work-life balance and flexible working arrangements
- Employee wellness program and a range of lifestyle benefits
- Values based culture and a teams oriented working environment
- High level of technological innovation and systems
Our opportunity:
The key focus areas of this role include:
- Ability to manage a number of complex developments simultaneously which deliver timely and accurate assessment of planning applications
- Acting as an expert witness in Land and Environment Court appeals
- Attending meetings of the Northern Beaches Local Planning Panel (NBLPP)
- Attending meetings of the Design and Sustainability Advisory Panel (DSAP)
- Coaching and mentoring of planners as well as assisting the Manager with the operation of the team
- Continuous Improvement of systems, processes and tools in the assessment of planning applications, including new core systems replacement
About you:
We're looking for a highly motivated, driven, and focused individual to join our team. You'll bring your experience, high level skills and your passion to a team dedicated to making a difference in our community and delivering important natural and built environment outcomes.
Additional Information:
- Position Description
- Applications close on: 21 August 2026
- Expected Interview Date: 3 September 2026
Northern Beaches Council is a diverse and inclusive employer and encourages applications from differently abled candidates. Reasonable adjustments to the workplace may be made where these are required.
Principal Planner 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.
