Senior Town Planner – Lead Regional & Renewable Projects

Premise; Dubbo; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday leave

Wellbeing subsidy

Relocation assistance

Referral bonus

Job summary

Amey Australia is seeking a Senior Town Planner to lead statutory and strategic planning across a diverse portfolio, including development, infrastructure, and renewable energy projects. You will manage client relationships, provide expert planning advice, and mentor junior staff within a professional services environment.

The role emphasises delivering high-quality planning services, supporting business development, and contributing to team growth in regional NSW.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Town Planning, Environmental Planning, or related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years’ post‑graduate experience in town planning and project delivery; 5+ years in NSW or QLD planning.
• Strong working knowledge of statutory and strategic planning legislation.
• Experience managing projects within a professional services environment.
• Well‑developed communication skills; confident with clients and stakeholders.
• Collaborative leadership style with mentoring and knowledge sharing.
• Experience in renewable energy projects and EISs.
• Willingness to work towards REAP accreditation (support provided).
• Relevant professional memberships (or 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.

Skills

Project management

Client liaison

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Renewable energy projects

Education

Town Planning degree

Environmental Planning degree

Job description

Amey Australia is seeking a Senior Town Planner to lead statutory and strategic planning across a diverse portfolio, including development, infrastructure, and renewable energy projects. You will manage client relationships, provide expert planning advice, and mentor junior staff within a professional services environment.

The role emphasises delivering high-quality planning services, supporting business development, and contributing to team growth in regional NSW.