Senior Strategic Planner

Orange City Council; Orange City Council; Hybrid; AUD 87,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Hybrid working arrangements

Permanent full-time role

Learning & development

Wellbeing programme

Job summary

Orange City Council is seeking a Town Planning professional to lead strategic land-use planning initiatives in Orange. You will manage LEP, DCP and LSPS projects, assess proposals, and prepare master plans to support new release areas.

The role requires strong analytical and communication skills and eligibility for Planning Institute membership. The position offers flexible, hybrid working arrangements, a permanent full-time contract, and opportunities for professional development in a

Qualifications

• Formal Town Planning degree or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of Environmental Planning and Assessment Act and Local Government Act.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to analyse complex planning issues and provide clear advice.
• Eligibility for Corporate Membership with the Planning Institute of Australia.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects relating to LEP, DCP, and LSPS development and review.
• Assess and process planning proposals including land rezonings and reclassifications.
• Prepare control plans and master plans to support release areas and infill development.
• Provide informed advice on State legislation and policy changes impacting the local area.

Skills

Town Planning

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Tertiary Town Planning degree

Job description

Weekly Hours:Full Time| 35 Hours Per WeekWeekly Rate: $1,919.86- $2,092.64 (plus superannuation)

About Orange City Council:

Orange City Councilis committed to making a positive contribution to both our region and our local community.Witharound 850 employees, we take pride in being both for and part of the Orange community. Our aim -to make Orange a better place to live today and tomorrow.

Join a dynamic and collaborative team responsible for shaping the city’s long‑term vision through the development and review of key strategic planning documents, including Local Environmental Plans, Development Control Plans, and Council policies.

The Role

Reporting to the Coordinator Strategic Planning, you will play a key part in the development of strategic land-use planning for the city. Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading projects relating to LEP, DCP, and LSPS development and review.
• Assessing and processing planning proposals, including land rezonings and reclassifications.
• Preparing control plans and master plans to support new release areas and infill development.
• Providing informed advice on emerging planning issues, including State legislation and policy changes and their impact on the local area.

View the full position description HERE.

About You

• Tertiary qualifications in Town Planning.
• Demonstrated experience in a similar planning role.
• Extensive knowledge of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, Local Government Act, and other relevant environmental legislation.
• High‑level communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Eligibility for Corporate Membership with the Planning Institute of Australia.
• A valid driver’s licence

Why Join Us?

• Work-Life Balance– Flexible and hybrid working arrangements, plus generous leave provisions.
• Culture –Be part of a supportive, fun, and inclusive team
• Security–Permanent Full-timerole, 35 hours per week
• Career Development–Opportunity to grow and develop with excellent learning and development opportunities
• Wellbeing - Access to Council’s employee assistance program, fitness passport and health and wellbeing programmes
• Job Satisfaction –Make a positive contribution to your city and region, working for an organisation which has our community at the heart of all that we do

Applications Close: Sunday,11 October 2026

For enquiries, contact Alison Weir, CoordinatorStrategic Planning on 6393 8294.