At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage complex Development Applications and lead Land and Environment Court proceedings.
- Company: Join Hawkesbury City Council, a progressive local government committed to community outcomes.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, flexible work arrangements, and a great work-life balance.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace with excellent career growth and community-focused initiatives.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in urban planning while working with a high-performing team.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualifications in Urban Planning and extensive experience in Development Applications required.
The predicted salary is between 113000 - 135000 $ per year.
Be passionate. Be progressive. Hawkesbury City Council offers a salary range of $113K - $135K per annum, a 9-day fortnight, and flexible work arrangements including hybrid/work from home options. Additional benefits include a leaseback vehicle, onsite parking, and a fitness passport option.
About the Hawkesbury: Hawkesbury City Council is the largest local government area in metropolitan NSW, covering 2,800 square kilometres and incorporating both urban and rural communities. We are committed to delivering outcomes for the community through innovation and best practice. Hawkesbury City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people and encourages applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans, and people with disabilities.
The role: Reporting to the Coordinator Town Planning and based in Windsor, the purpose of this position is to manage major and complex Development Applications, take a lead role in Land and Environment Court proceedings, assist with driving business improvement, and mentor and coach the team to ensure high performance and superior customer experience.
About You: This role will suit a planning professional with extensive experience in the NSW Planning system and a passion to effect change in light of the Ministerial Statement of Expectations and planning reforms. You will work amongst a high-performing team of planning professionals where your proactive attitude and ability to deal with complex matters through proven written and verbal communication skills will augment the team further in its journey of culture and performance. Using your attention to detail, judgement, and initiative with a solution-based approach, you will thrive working with the management team on interesting challenges relating to a broad range of planning issues that confront metropolitan and peri-urban areas, whilst being able to think independently and act pragmatically in prioritising complex tasks in a timely and accurate manner.
Essential Criteria:
- Tertiary qualifications in Urban Planning or equivalent
- Demonstrated extensive experience in dealing with a wide range of complex Development Applications and experience in negotiating directly with applicants to achieve high-quality planning outcomes.
- Strong analytical and judgement in planning concepts with demonstrated experience in working independently
- Demonstrated experience in Land and Environment Court of NSW Practices and Procedures
- Highly developed skills in effective communication, report writing, and oral communication.
- Demonstrated experience in business improvement initiatives in the Development Assessment context
- Experience in mentoring staff, conflict resolution, and negotiation.
- The right to live and work in Australia
- Class C Drivers Licence
- WHS General Construction Work in NSW
- Working with Children Check (WWCC)
Successful applicants will be required to undergo background (police) checks and medical declaration.
The Rewards:
- Great working environment
- Fortnightly Rostered Day Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Flexible work arrangements
- Tertiary Education Assistance
- Health and Wellbeing Program
- Long Service Leave after 5 years
- Training and Development Opportunities
- Employee Reward and Recognition program
- Fitness Passport Option
- Social Club - BBQs, Christmas parties, raffles, and activities
- Employee Assistance Program for employees and their family
Applications close Sunday, 27th September 2026. Applications must be submitted online. Please allow 4 weeks from the closing date for processing of your application. Please note that the canvassing of Councillors in relation to these matters will automatically disqualify the applicant from this process.
Executive Assessment Planner employer: Hawkesbury City Council
Hawkesbury City Council is an exceptional employer that prioritises a supportive and inclusive work culture, offering flexible work arrangements and a range of benefits including a leaseback vehicle, onsite parking, and a fitness passport option. With a strong commitment to employee growth through training and development opportunities, as well as a focus on community impact, this role provides a unique chance to contribute to meaningful planning initiatives in a vibrant and diverse local government area.
