Senior Town Planner - Lead Regional & Renewable Energy Projects

Amey Australia; Dubbo; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Birthday leave

Wellbeing subsidy

Job summary

Amey Australia is seeking an experienced Senior Town Planner to lead a diverse portfolio of development and infrastructure projects across regional NSW. You will deliver statutory and strategic planning, provide expert advice, and mentor junior staff to grow the team.

You will manage client relationships, contribute to proposals and business development, and support renewable energy initiatives including solar and BESS, while ensuring high-quality planning outcomes.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Town Planning, Environmental Planning, or related discipline.
• 8+ years post-graduate town planning and project delivery experience, incl. 5+ years in NSW/QLD systems.
• Strong knowledge of statutory and strategic planning legislation.
• Experience managing projects within a professional services environment.
• Excellent communication with clients and stakeholders; collaborative leadership and mentoring.
• Experience in renewable energy projects and EISs; REAP accreditation readiness; membership eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Leading and delivering statutory and strategic planning projects.
• Preparing high-quality planning reports, studies, and advice.
• Managing projects end-to-end, including budgets, timelines, client liaison, and resourcing.
• Providing technical guidance and mentoring to developing planners.
• Reviewing work to ensure technical accuracy and professional standards.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Supporting business development, proposals, and fee estimates.
• Contributing to renewable energy projects including solar and BESS.

Education

Tertiary qualification in Town Planning or Environmental Planning

Job description

Amey Australia is seeking an experienced Senior Town Planner to lead a diverse portfolio of development and infrastructure projects across regional NSW. You will deliver statutory and strategic planning, provide expert advice, and mentor junior staff to grow the team.

You will manage client relationships, contribute to proposals and business development, and support renewable energy initiatives including solar and BESS, while ensuring high-quality planning outcomes.