Senior Town Planner — Brisbane, Growth & Mentorship

Bennettandbennett; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Study leave

Extra annual leave

Wellness program

Leadership program

Mentorship

Career growth opportunities

Registration & membership fees covered

Social events

Fitness reimbursement

Job summary

Bennett + Bennett in Brisbane is seeking an experienced Town Planner or Senior Town Planner to join our growing Town Planning team. You will manage a range of planning projects, prepare development applications, reports, and advice, collaborating with developers, agencies, and consultants.

This role emphasizes mentorship, client-focused guidance, and knowledge sharing in a forward-thinking practice that values integrity and excellence.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Town Planning recognised by the Planning Institute of Australia (PIA), with eligibility for PIE membership.
• 5+ years across town planning and development activities.
• Strong understanding of Queensland planning legislation, State Planning Policies, Local Planning Schemes and the Queensland Development Code.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage a range of town planning projects, including Development Applications, planning reports, planning analysis and written advice.
• Provide accurate and 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, decision notices and planning documentation to provide clear recommendations and solutions.
• Support the growth and development of the planning team through mentoring, knowledge sharing and technical guidance to junior planners.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Business development

Education

Town Planning degree recognised by PIA

Job description

Bennett + Bennett in Brisbane is seeking an experienced Town Planner or Senior Town Planner to join our growing Town Planning team. You will manage a range of planning projects, prepare development applications, reports, and advice, collaborating with developers, agencies, and consultants.

This role emphasizes mentorship, client-focused guidance, and knowledge sharing in a forward-thinking practice that values integrity and excellence.