Senior Town Planner

MNG; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Job summary

MNG is seeking a Senior Town Planner to join its planning team and work with experienced professionals across Australia on a diverse range of developments.

You will manage planning outcomes, provide strategic advice to clients and help grow the planning function. This role emphasizes client relationships, multi-disciplinary collaboration and delivering high-quality results.

Qualifications

• 3–4+ years of experience in Town Planning.
• Tertiary qualifications in Urban and Regional Planning or related discipline.
• Strong understanding of the development application and planning approval process.
• Ability to build trusted relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver planning projects across a diverse portfolio of developments.
• Prepare and coordinate planning reports, development applications and supporting documentation.
• Provide strategic planning advice to clients and identify opportunities or risks during the development process.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, local authorities and key stakeholders.
• Assess and negotiate complex planning matters to facilitate successful project outcomes.
• Work closely with senior leaders and project teams to ensure timely delivery and high standards.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Client relationships

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Urban/Regional Planning or related

Job description

We're seeking a talented Senior Town Planner to join our growing planning team and work alongside highly experienced industry professionals on a diverse range of rewarding projects.

In this role, you'll manage and deliver planning outcomes across a variety of developments, provide strategic advice to clients, and play a key role in supporting the continued success of our planning function. You'll build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders while helping deliver projects that shape communities across Australia.

This role is ideal for someone looking to take the next step in their planning career and join a firm that is laser-focused on its clients, its people, and long-term project partnerships.

Why this role is perfect for you

• The opportunity to work with some of the most experienced and well-regarded professionals in Australia.
• Exciting and diverse projects, including award-winning developments.
• Exposure to complex planning matters and the opportunity to build your profile within the industry.
• A supportive, people-focused team culture that promotes growth, learning and work-life balance.
• A range of flexible working options available to support you.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver planning projects across a diverse portfolio of developments.
• Prepare and coordinate planning reports, development applications and supporting documentation.
• Provide strategic planning advice to clients and identify opportunities or risks throughout the development process.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, local authorities and key stakeholders.
• Assess and negotiate complex planning matters to facilitate successful project outcomes.
• Work closely with senior leaders and project teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope and to a high standard.

What you'll need

• Ideally 3-4+ years' experience working in a Town Planning environment.
• Tertiary qualifications in Urban and Regional Planning, Town Planning or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of the development application and planning approval process.
• Ability to build trusted relationships and understand client needs.
• Effective analytical, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.

About Us

MNG is a highly regarded, respected and leading national business. We work in partnership with our clients to deliver landmark and award-winning projects. Our services include Statutory and Strategic Advisory and Planning, Surveying & Titling, Mapping & GIS, and Reality Capture & 3D Modelling.

Guided by the values of Teamwork, Innovation and Knowledge, we foster a workplace where people feel supported, valued and empowered to grow.