• Creation of talent pool for Planning Officers with DPHI
• Temporary full-time opportunity with possibility of extension and conversion to permanent upon completion of Rotation Program
• Parramatta location/Hybrid working supported (2 days on-site, 3 days flexible)
• Planning Officer PO1A offering salary from $79,860 + 11% super + 17.5% annual leave loading

The Planning division within the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure is currently seeking passionate individuals to join our Planning Officer, Environmental Assessment Officer and Planning Policy Officer (PO1A) Rotation Program.

We have multiple specialist teams each offering the unique opportunity to upskill and build a solid foundation across planning policy, strategic and statutory planning, development and environmental assessments, post approvals and compliance.

We are seeking highly motivated individuals to assist with the high quality, efficient and timely assessment of the planning merits of State significant projects to meet all statutory obligations, Government policy requirements and Government goals.

Our 1A Rotational Program provides you with varied experience and opportunities across a minimum of three different teams within the Planning NSW division.

About You

The Planning Officer assists to review and strengthen environment assessment policy in NSW to support efficient and timely turnaround times to provide greater certainty for applicants and the community about the delivery of assessment outcomes and to maintain the integrity of the Government’s planning program.

You will undertake to complete assessments in a manner that assists to significantly reduce the time taken to assess State significant projects without sacrificing the quality of these assessments.

Your ability to undertake competing assessment projects in a high-pressure environment of conflicting external agency, stakeholder and community expectations and you need to be able to translate complex technical information into easy to understand plain English guidelines, reports and communications.

Ideally you will have a minimum of 12 months experience within the planning, science, biodiversity or environmental industry, an enthusiastic can-do attitude and high attention to detail, however not essential.

Essential Requirements 

• Degree in planning, environmental science or management, engineering or other relevant discipline.
• Knowledge of relevant environmental and planning legislation and processes
• Willingness to travel and (minimum) Class C Driver’s Licence

For more information read the full Role Description: Planning Officer

For more information read the full Role Description: Environmental Assessment Officer

For more information read the full Role Description: Planning Policy Officer

For more information from LinkedIn hit Apply to visit the iworkfor.nsw.gov.au website.

About Us

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) are building the future of NSW through delivering diverse planning, housing solutions and infrastructure across the state. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and seeks to embed Aboriginal cultural awareness and knowledge throughout the department. 

In our inclusive and accessible workplace, differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practice flexible working, offer job share and workplace adjustments.

To Apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close Thursday, 27 June 2024 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Lyndon Yeung via lyndon.yeung@planning.nsw.gov.au

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?

Our Diversity team can assist to:

• provide alternative formats to apply
• make adjustments to the recruitment process
• offer information about workplace adjustments and support networks

We encourage people with disability to apply. If you have disability and require more information on adjustments and assistance to apply, contact the Diversity team on Diversity@DPIE.nsw.gov.au  (please include reference number).

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander check out Our Mob on Country to see the work we do and get assistance in applying.

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