Strategic Planning & Policy Officer (Flexible, Temp 2028)

Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water; Parramatta; On-site; AUD 119,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Job summary

Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) is seeking a Planning Officer to deliver planning policy projects across NSW. You will undertake research and analysis, prepare advice for decision-makers, and collaborate with councils, government agencies and industry stakeholders to shape planning outcomes.

Essentially, you will apply planning policy and regulatory frameworks, have a tertiary qualification, and be able to travel with a Class C licence.

Qualifications

• Tertiary degree qualification or other equivalent qualification
• Willingness to travel and Class C Driver Licence for regional positions (essential)
• Experience applying planning policy, legislation or regulatory frameworks in a government, consulting or planning environment
• Strong communicator who engages with stakeholders and balances priorities

Responsibilities

• Develop planning policy projects and deliverables for NSW
• Undertake research and analysis to support decision-makers
• Prepare clear advice for councils, government agencies and industry stakeholders
• Collaborate with councils, agencies and industry to shape planning outcomes
• Turn research and evidence into practical recommendations

Skills

Strong communicator

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Planning qualification or related discipline

Job description

Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) is seeking a Planning Officer to deliver planning policy projects across NSW. You will undertake research and analysis, prepare advice for decision-makers, and collaborate with councils, government agencies and industry stakeholders to shape planning outcomes.

Essentially, you will apply planning policy and regulatory frameworks, have a tertiary qualification, and be able to travel with a Class C licence.