Senior Urban Planner

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development opportunities

Stimulating work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Urban Planner for its Benoni, Gauteng office to drive spatial plans, land use management, and development proposals. You will liaise with authorities, developers, and communities to deliver sustainable urban outcomes.

The ideal candidate will have a Master’s in Urban and Regional Planning, SACPLAN registration, 7+ years of experience, and strong knowledge of SPLUMA, with GIS proficiency and excellent stakeholder skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Urban and Regional Planning.
• SACPLAN professional registration.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant urban planning experience with land use management.
• Strong knowledge of SPLUMA and planning legislation.
• Experience presenting planning applications and reports.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and facilitation skills.
• Ability to manage project timelines and deliverables.
• Proficiency in GIS software is highly desirable.
• Experience in Benoni/Gauteng municipal context is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation and review of spatial plans, land use apps, and proposals.
• Research demographic trends, environmental factors, and economic opportunities.
• Facilitate public participation and stakeholder engagement sessions.
• Advise on planning legislation, policies, and development controls.
• Collaborate with engineers, architects, and environmental scientists.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and submissions for tribunals/local authorities.
• Contribute to strategic planning initiatives and policy development.
• Mentor junior planners and support their development.
• Ensure compliance with NEMA and related legislation.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Facilitation

Project management

Education

Master's degree in Urban and Regional Planning

Tools

GIS software

Job description

About the Role Our client, a leading urban development and planning consultancy, is seeking a dedicated Senior Urban Planner to join their vibrant team in Benoni, Gauteng . This role is central to shaping the future growth and development of urban areas, involving the preparation of spatial development frameworks, land use management schemes, and development proposals. You will engage with various stakeholders, including government authorities, developers, and community groups, to foster sustainable and inclusive urban environments. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of planning legislation, urban design principles, and a proven ability to manage complex planning projects from inception to approval.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and review of spatial plans, land use applications, and development proposals.
• Conduct research and analysis on demographic trends, environmental factors, and economic development opportunities.
• Facilitate public participation processes and stakeholder engagement sessions.
• Provide expert advice on planning legislation, policies, and development controls.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, architects, and environmental scientists.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and submissions for planning tribunals and local authorities.
• Contribute to strategic planning initiatives and policy development.
• Mentor junior planners and assist in their professional development.
• Ensure compliance with the National Environmental Management Act (NEMA) and other relevant legislation.

Requirements

• A Master's degree in Urban and Regional Planning or a related field.
• Professional registration with the South African Council for Planners (SACPLAN).
• A minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in urban planning, with a strong focus on development planning and land use management.
• Comprehensive knowledge of South African planning legislation (e.g., SPLUMA) and policy frameworks.
• Experience in preparing and presenting planning applications and reports.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and facilitation skills.
• Ability to manage project timelines and deliverables.
• Proficiency in GIS software is highly desirable.
• Experience working within the Benoni, Gauteng municipal context or similar Gauteng municipalities is advantageous.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive medical aid, a retirement fund, ongoing professional development opportunities, and a stimulating work environment.
• You will be part of a forward-thinking team committed to creating sustainable and vibrant urban communities.