Senior Planner Project Officer - Land Use

At a glance

Work type: 35 hr a week, Hybrid working environment
Salary: $126,222 - $138,997 + 12% superannuation
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Closing date: 9pm, Monday, 24 August 2026

The City of Parramatta is in the midst of significant growth and transformation. With a community that brings together many cultures, skills and stories, a changing skyline and new investments, this is an exciting time to be part of the journey. Parramatta 2050 gives us a clear picture of where we’re heading; a connected, creative and sustainable City with opportunities for everyone. Every role at City of Parramatta contributes to this next chapter, helping us build a strong, thriving Parramatta for the people who live, work and spend time here.
 

About the role
Join a passionate group of professionals who want to make a difference. This is your opportunity to join our team and help us tackle often complex challenges to deliver high quality planning and design outcomes for the benefit of our community.

This role is responsible for the on-going management of Council’s land use planning policy framework. This includes leading and managing the preparation of strategies, policies and precinct plans; planning proposals (Local Environmental Plan amendments); and Development Control Plans. 

What’s on offer

We offer a competitive remuneration package from $126,222 - $138,997 + 12% superannuation

Your employee experience with City of Parramatta includes: 

• Flexibility: Hybrid working conditions, flexi‑time scheme, additional leave over the Christmas period 
• Leave: 14 weeks paid parental leave, 15 days personal leave, Long service leave after 5 years 
• Wellbeing: Employee led networks (ERGs), Fitness passport, Flu vaccinations, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Ongoing wellbeing initiatives, Health insurance discounts.
• Location & Convenience: Central Parramatta location, discounted parking, Novated leasing available
• Growth: Learning and development programs, leadership pathways, free LinkedIn Learning 

About you

The successful candidate is someone who have considerable experience in statutory and/or strategic land use planning. Applicants may have experience in the following; however, this is not essential; culture, economic development, social or environment.

You will also bring:

• Senior experience (ideally 5 years) leading and managing strategic land use projects.
• Extensive knowledge in statutory and strategic land use planning or allied professional experience and an understanding of the NSW planning system, with a track record of achieving strategic objectives with demonstrated success in working with or for the public sector.
• Established written and verbal communication skills that can adapt to a diverse range of audiences.
• Experience in analytical, creative thinking and problem solving across a range of strategic projects and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Proven ability to work with initiative and versatility on a wide range of matters, including solving a range of complex planning related problems through innovation and collaboration.

To be considered for this role, you must meet the essential requirements in the Position Description, including the below qualifications: 

• Tertiary qualifications in town planning or equivalent and considerable experience in statutory and/or strategic land use planning.

Want to know more?

Review our Values Flyer to learn more about the behaviours that guide how we work. Further details about this role can be found in the Position Description 

For a confidential discussion, please contact Carmel O'Connor via  ••••@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online by 9pm, Monday, 24 August 2026. Applications submitted by other means will not be accepted. Please attach a Cover Letter addressing how you meet the requirements of this role under the "About you” section. 

Please note: Candidates who do not meet the essential qualification and licence requirements may not progress through the recruitment process. The City of Parramatta supports a drug and alcohol‑free working environment. Employees may be subject to random testing.

How we work: Inclusion & Belonging
At the City of Parramatta, inclusion and belonging are central to how we work. We’re building a workforce that reflects our diverse community and value different perspectives and lived experiences. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people living with disability, people of all ages, women, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, ADF veterans, and others who bring unique perspectives.

We are committed to a fair, inclusive, and accessible recruitment process and support reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment and employment – contact ••••@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au for a confidential discussion.
 

Eligibility: 
Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident in Australia to apply for this position. Applicants holding valid visas may be considered for Casual or Term contracts subject to their visa work conditions.