Principal Town Planner & Growth Leader

Bennett + Bennett Surveyors + Planners; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid parental leave

Study support

Extra annual leave

Mentorship program

Career growth opportunities

Professional registration fees covered

Wellness program

Job summary

Bennett + Bennett Surveyors + Planners in Brisbane is seeking an experienced Principal Planner to lead our Town Planning team. You will drive strategy, manage key planning projects and cultivate client relationships to grow our portfolio.

The role combines technical planning excellence with business development, mentoring, and leadership across the team. We seek a candidate with 5+ years in town planning, PIE-eligible with PIA, and a strong grasp of Queensland planning legislation.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Town Planning recognised by PIA with eligibility for PIE membership.
• 5+ years working in town planning and development activities, including development applications.
• Strong understanding of Queensland planning legislation and planning schemes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to prepare planning reports and advice.
• Proactive, solutions-oriented with strong stakeholder management and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage a range of town planning projects including Development Applications and planning reports.
• Provide accurate, commercially focused town planning advice to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Manage straightforward planning applications and coordinate external consultants and referral agencies as required.
• Review consultant reports and planning documentation to provide clear recommendations.
• Mentor and develop junior planners to grow the planning team.

Skills

Town Planning

Client Relationship Building

Stakeholder Management

Mentoring

Business Development

Education

PIA qualification with PIE eligibility

Job description

Bennett + Bennett Surveyors + Planners in Brisbane is seeking an experienced Principal Planner to lead our Town Planning team. You will drive strategy, manage key planning projects and cultivate client relationships to grow our portfolio.

The role combines technical planning excellence with business development, mentoring, and leadership across the team. We seek a candidate with 5+ years in town planning, PIE-eligible with PIA, and a strong grasp of Queensland planning legislation.