Coordinator Strategic Land Use Planning

Hawkesbury City Council; Hawkesbury; On-site; AUD 118,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great working environment

Monthly rostered day off

Flexible work arrangements

Health and wellbeing program

Training and development opportunities

Long service leave after 5 years

Fitness passport option

Job summary

Hawkesbury City Council is seeking a qualified Town Planner to support the Strategic Land Use Team in the Windsor office. The role focuses on coordinating planning proposals, land use strategy and environmental management for the Hawkesbury area.

You will manage complex projects, work with multiple stakeholders and prepare reports for Council and executives. A degree in Town Planning and 6+ years' local government experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree qualification in Town Planning, Urban Planning or related discipline recognised by the Planning Institute of Australia.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic land use planning within Local Government or a comparable planning environment (typically 6+ years).
• Experience leading community consultation and stakeholder engagement

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and operate the Strategic Land Use Team within the Strategic Planning Branch.
• Assist in guiding sustainable growth, development and environmental management of the Hawkesbury area.
• Manage multiple complex projects concurrently and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Prepare reports for Council and Executive and liaise with consultants as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Written communication

Communication skills

Education

Town Planning degree

Job description

Be passionate. Be progressive. Hawkesbury City Council.

• Salary $118k to $142K + Super
• On-Site Parking + Leaseback Vehicle Option
• Fitness Passport Option

Hawkesbury City Council is the largest local government area in metropolitan NSW covering 2,800 square kilometres, incorporating both urban and rural communities. We are committed to working together to deliver outcomes for the community through innovation and best practice.

Hawkesbury City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage 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 Manager Strategic Planning and based in Windsor NSW, the primary purpose of this role is to assist in the coordination and operations of the Strategic Land Use Team within the Strategic Planning Branch, that guides the sustainable growth, development and environmental management of the Hawkesbury Local Government Area.

About You

To be successful in this position you must have a degree qualification in Town Planning and a strong background in Land Use Strategy/plan development supported by expertise with related legislation. Ability to manage and coordinate multiple complex projects concurrently. You will have excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Essential Criteria

• Degree qualification in Town Planning, Urban Planning or related discipline recognised by the Planning Institute of Australia.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic land use planning within Local Government or a comparable planning environment (typically 6+ years).
• Extensive experience preparing and managing Planning Proposals and Local Environmental Plans.
• Experience preparing Development Control Plans and strategic planning policies.
• Experience managing complex planning projects involving multiple stakeholders.
• Experience preparing reports for Council and Executive.
• Experience leading community consultation and stakeholder engagement
• Experience managing consultants and multidisciplinary projects
• High Level interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills
• Excellent written communication skills, including ability to prepare reports
• Class C driver’s licence
• The right to live and work in Australia
• WHS General Construction Work in NSW
• Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• Successful applicants will be required to undergo background (police) checks and medical declaration

Desirable Criteria

• Post graduate studies in Management, Environment, Law or related discipline
• Member of Planning Institute of Australia
• Knowledge of the Local Government Act 1993

The Rewards

An attractive salary will be negotiated with the successful applicant commensurate with qualification, skills, and experience.

• Great working environment
• Monthly Rostered Day Off
• Paid Paternal 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, 4th October 2026

Please allow 4 weeks from the closing date for processing of your application.

Applicants who do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for this position.

Please note that the canvassing of Councillors in relation to these matters will automatically disqualify the applicant from this process.