Senior Planning Officer

NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 143,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Parramatta office

Talent pool

Career development

Job summary

NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure is seeking a Senior Planning Officer Post Approval to review post‑approval documentation for energy transmission and renewable projects. The role supports on‑time construction, environmental management, and stakeholder engagement to deliver NSW’s energy transition.

Based in Parramatta with flexible working, the position offers permanent hours and a salary range of 142,695 to 152,731 AUD plus super, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Degree in Planning or related discipline (essential).
• Experience delivering infrastructure projects.
• Experience with post-approval documentation and environmental requirements.

Responsibilities

• Review post-approval documentation for transmission and renewable energy projects.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to support project delivery.
• Develop and promote best-practice post-approval guidance for stakeholders.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Environmental planning

Project delivery

Policy analysis

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Planning or related discipline

Job description

Do meaningful work that helps shape the future of NSW

• Senior Planning Officer Post Approval delivers purpose-led work with real impact for NSW
• Permanent full time + creation of Talent Pool
• Parramatta office location with flexible working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $142,695 to $152,731 + super
  

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts, manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing.

About the role

Want to help shape NSW's renewable energy future? We're looking for passionate and motivated professionals to join our Transmission Post Approval Team in an ongoing role, working on some of the state's most significant renewable energy and transmission infrastructure projects.

The team plays a critical role in enabling the delivery of Renewable Energy Zones and major transmission projects while maintaining high environmental standards. If you're looking for meaningful work, complex challenges, and the opportunity to make a real impact on NSW's energy transition, we'd love to hear from you.

The Senior Planning Officer Post Approval is responsible for the review of post approval documentation (such as environmental management plans) for various State significant transmission and renewable energy projects, focusing on EnergyCo’s transmission infrastructure projects; enabling the on-time construction of renewable energy projects and maintaining a high standard of environmental management.

The role requires the review of a high volume of post approval documentation for transmission and other renewable energy post approval matters. The role also involves engaging and working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to support the effective delivery of renewable energy projects. The successful candidate will be outcomes focused , seeking to identify opportunities to enhance processes and systems and aiming to improve efficiency in both quality and turnaround time for proponents and the Department.

You will also assist in the development of best practice post-approval guidance and support material for the key stakeholder groups, government agencies and internal development assessment teams.

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Planning Officer Post Approval

You will bring demonstrated knowledge and experience with delivery of infrastructure projects and management of post approval matters, applicable legislation and regulations such as the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979.

We can only consider your application if you have a degree qualification in Planning or related discipline such as Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Planning, Engineering (essential).

What’s in it for me?

Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed.

Applications close Sunday 20 September 2026 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role, please contact Rebecca Eddington via [e-mail].

A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career Pathways team for a yarn.

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.