Planning Officer Assessments

NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 119,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure is seeking a Planning Officer Assessments in Parramatta. The role involves analysing complex planning matters, preparing high-quality reports and recommendations, and engaging with government agencies, councils, industry representatives, and communities to drive timely decisions.

You will contribute to housing and development objectives across NSW, with flexible work options and an early-career path in a high-performing team.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to evaluate planning issues.
• Ability to translate technical information into clear reports and advice.
• Collaborative approach with colleagues, government agencies, councils, and community stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Analyse planning matters and prepare high-quality reports and recommendations.
• Engage with stakeholders including government agencies, councils, industry reps, and communities.
• Support timely, evidence-based decision making and develop practical planning solutions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Stakeholder engagement

Education

A degree qualification

Job description

Shape your world while helping create better outcomes for communities across NSW

• Help deliver homes and infrastructure for growing communities
• Temporary full-time until 31 July 2029
• Parramatta office location with flexible working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $119,329 to $134,463 + super
  

As a Planning Officer Assessments within the Housing Delivery Authority, you'll help shape the future of NSW by contributing to the assessment of significant housing and development projects that support the state's growth and housing objectives.

Working alongside experienced planners and technical specialists, you'll analyse complex planning matters, prepare high-quality reports and recommendations, engage with a broad range of stakeholders, and help drive timely, evidence-based decision making. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career planning professional to deepen their expertise, gain exposure to major projects, and develop a rewarding career within a high-performing and supportive team.

Read the role description for more detail: Planning Officer Assessments

About you

You are a motivated planning professional who enjoys solving complex problems, working collaboratively and making a positive impact on communities across NSW.

You bring strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to critically evaluate planning issues and develop practical solutions, the ability to translate technical information into clear, concise and accessible advice and reports and a collaborative approach where you build productive relationships with colleagues, government agencies, councils, industry representatives and community stakeholders.

A degree qualification, and ability to travel and Class C Driver's Licence essential (not negotiable).

About us

At the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI), you could shape your world while helping us shape the future of NSW. Together, we create vibrant communities, places and precincts, and manage land, assets and property.

Join our team and shape your world in a workplace that empowers you to do your best work and build a meaningful career. In this role, you’ll help shape lives and communities across NSW while growing your own career, supported by flexible work options, impactful projects and a collaborative, diverse team. As a high-performing and inclusive organisation that reflects the communities we serve, we value your lived experience and cultural knowledge, and we are committed to helping you thrive through flexible arrangements, workplace adjustments and a culture where everyone feels supported, connected and belongs.

Applications close 11.55pm on Sunday 20 September 2026.

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via [e-mail] or [phone] - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. This role is subject to standard pre-employment checks, including a criminal record check.