Senior Town Planner: Hybrid Role in Urban Development

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Senior Town Planner to lead development applications, conduct feasibility studies and advise on planning legislation for projects in Sandton and the wider Gauteng region. The role combines office-based planning with site visits and client meetings in a hybrid setup.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Town and Regional Planning, SACPLAN registration, and at least 7 years’ consultancy experience with strong stakeholder engagement skills.

Qualifications

• Experience with SPLUMA, EIA Act and municipal planning schemes.
• Excellent analytical, research, report writing, and presentation skills.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder engagement abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation and submission of development applications to local authorities.
• Conduct land use and feasibility studies to assess development potential.
• Interpret and advise on planning legislation and policies.
• Engage with clients, government officials and communities to facilitate planning.
• Prepare planning reports, impact assessments and presentations.
• Manage timelines and ensure timely delivery of planning deliverables.
• Stay informed about changes in planning legislation and practice.

Skills

7+ years professional town planning

Negotiation & stakeholder engagement

Analytical & report writing

Education

Master's degree in Town and Regional Planning

Tools

SACPLAN registration

Job description

Placements24 is recruiting a Senior Town Planner to lead development applications, conduct feasibility studies and advise on planning legislation for projects in Sandton and the wider Gauteng region. The role combines office-based planning with site visits and client meetings in a hybrid setup.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Town and Regional Planning, SACPLAN registration, and at least 7 years’ consultancy experience with strong stakeholder engagement skills.