Town Planner

Ratio Consultants; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ratio Consultants in Melbourne is looking for a motivated Town Planner to join our growing team. You’ll develop technical planning outputs, support project delivery and help drive client engagement under the guidance of senior staff.

With 2–3 years in a Town Planning role, you will communicate clearly with stakeholders, apply planning regulations, and contribute to assessments, reports and meetings. This role offers great progression and ongoing development within a well regarded firm.

Qualifications

• Professional communication skills.
• Working knowledge of relevant planning regulations.
• Collaborative approach to working with team members and senior staff.
• Motivated and client-focused.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and development.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of technical reports, plans, and assessments.
• Conduct research and analysis to support project outcomes.
• Develop a working knowledge of relevant standards, guidelines, and regulations.
• Support senior staff in client interactions and project meetings.
• Clearly communicate findings and technical insights internally and externally.
• Develop professional relationships with clients through project contributions.
• Work collaboratively with team members, learning from senior staff and supporting other junior colleagues.

Skills

Professional communication

Planning regulations knowledge

Job description

For more than 40 years, we’ve worked across Australia to deliver integrated solutions that balance the needs of growth, community and the environment.

As one partner with six specialist teams, we draw on deep expertise to bring a diverse range of liveable and sustainable projects to life.

With trusted relationships across industry and government, Ratio is for tomorrow’s places, where everything works together.

Our business is in growth, and as a result we are looking for a motivated Planner to join our team in Melbourne.

About the role

The Town Planner role is focused on developing technical expertise, supporting project delivery, and contributing to the success of the business. Working under the guidance of senior team members, Planners gain hands-on experience while progressively building their independence and client engagement skills. Working with clients across multiple industries, this is an opportunity for you to build your career with a well regarded firm.

Key responsibilities

Assist in the preparation of technical reports, plans, and assessments.

Conduct research and analysis to support project outcomes.

Develop a working knowledge of relevant standards, guidelines, and regulations.

Support senior staff in client interactions and project meetings.

Clearly communicate findings and technical insights internally and externally.

Develop professional relationships with clients through project contributions.

Work collaboratively with team members, learning from senior staff and supporting other junior colleagues.

About you

To be considered for this role, you will possess 2-3 years' experience within a Town Planning role. You will be able to demonstrate:

Professional communication skills.

Working knowledge of relevant planning regulations.

Collaborative approach to working with team members and senior staff.

A motivated and dedicated client focussed approach.

A commitment to ongoing learning and development.

Come and join a team of passionate and highly regarded individuals in their field. This role provides great opportunities for progression as well as ongoing learning and development.