Strategic Planner - Flexible Hours & Remote Options

Shoalhaven City Council; Nowra; On-site; AUD 83,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave entitlements

Long service leave after 5 years

Flexitime option for indoor staff

9-day fortnight for outdoor staff

Flexible and remote working

Novated lease arrangements

Professional development and training

Wellbeing programs and EAP

NSW Welcome Experience

Job summary

Shoalhaven City Council is seeking a developing planning professional to join the Strategic Planning Team in Nowra. You will gain hands-on experience managing proponent-initiated planning proposals and contribute to a broad range of strategic planning functions under supervision.

The role involves collaboration across Council, preparation of policy documents, and liaison with stakeholders. Grade 9–11 levels apply, with salary steps and progression based on performance.

Qualifications

• Completion, or near completion, of recognised tertiary qualifications in urban and regional or town planning, providing eligibility for corporate membership of the Planning Institute of Australia.
• Understanding of the NSW planning system including the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979 and ability to interpret and apply legislation.
• High level understanding of planning legislation and demonstrated competency in working on multifaceted planning issues directly relevant to strategic planning processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist managing proponent-initiated planning proposals (PPs) in accordance with Council and NSW Government guidelines.
• Assist in the preparation of strategic planning and policy documents including structure plans, settlement strategies, environmental studies, planning proposals, local environmental plans and related plans.
• Support the delivery of strategic planning projects and initiatives that contribute to the objectives of the Strategic Planning Section.
• Liaise with other areas of Council to provide planning advice and assist in policy document preparation.
• Review and prepare submissions relating to government agency initiatives, policies and legislation.
• Attend relevant technical and community-based committees as required with supervisors and senior team members.
• Assist the public and other stakeholders with strategic planning enquiries.
• Refer to the Job Description in attachments for a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities and skills.

Skills

Licence

NSW planning system

Education

Urban and regional or town planning degree

Job description

Shoalhaven City Council is seeking a developing planning professional to join the Strategic Planning Team in Nowra. You will gain hands-on experience managing proponent-initiated planning proposals and contribute to a broad range of strategic planning functions under supervision.

The role involves collaboration across Council, preparation of policy documents, and liaison with stakeholders. Grade 9–11 levels apply, with salary steps and progression based on performance.