Planning Officers & Environmental Assessment Officers
	NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?

Together, we create thriving environments, communities and economies. 

•  Multiple existing vacancies and talent pool vacancies for Planning Officers to join great teams
• Planning Officer (Professional) PO1B Grade. Salary ranges from $ 101,427 + super + annual leave loading
• Full-Time - Temporary up to 24 months with the possibility for extensions or conversion to ongoing after the initial 12 months
• Parramatta CBD with flexible work arrangements

It's an exciting time to join the Department. We're backing the state's post-pandemic recovery with world-class reforms and initiatives to keep people in jobs, the economy moving and build a public space legacy for generations to come. Are you interested in helping make decisions which shape and enhance environmental, economic and social outcomes for communities in NSW?

You will help with the management of whole-of-government environmental assessments of complex and high-profile State Significant Developments, Infrastructure and projects. This will involve working in a small team of planners, engineers and scientists and liaising with a range of proponents, key Government agencies, community stakeholders and technical experts to consider key social and environmental issues.

Some of our teams include:

• Social Assessments
• Resources Assessments & Industry Assessments
• Regional Assessments
• Infrastructure, Key Sites & Transport Assessments
• Infrastructure Management & Post Approvals
• Compliance
• Case Management and Reporting

About You

You will be managing and assessing complex applications at various stages throughout the planning process such as solar farms, coal mines and quarries, industrial warehouses, schools, hospitals, aged care facilities, large-scale infrastructure and other State Significant Developments including infrastructure management post approvals. You will liaise with applicants, stakeholders, other government departments and councils to fast-track development applications and write quality outcome and development assessment reports, briefing notes and effective conditions of consent.

Essential Requirements

• Degree in environmental science or environmental management, engineering, planning or other relevant science-based discipline.
• Experience in environmental assessment or similar discipline.
• Willingness to travel and (minimum) Class C Drivers Licence.

Additionally, to succeed, you should demonstrate:

• 5+ years post-grad knowledge and experience in complex development assessments, environmental assessments and/or strategic planning
• Ability to deliver on a range of planning assessment matters within applicable legislation, regulatory and policy frameworks.
• Identify key assessment issues and help with translating complex technical information into plain English reports, communications and guidelines.

For more information on this role, view the Role Descriptions:

Planning Officer

Environmental Assessment Officer

About Us

The Department of Planning, Industry & Environment’s (DPIE) vision is to create thriving environments, communities and economies for the people of New South Wales. 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. We are committed to the Premier’s Priorities and welcome applications from all.

To Apply

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: 11.59pm on Monday, 11^th October 2021.
 

Should you require further information about the role please contact; Thomas Minchin at Thomas.Minchin@planning.nsw.gov.au

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

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 https://www.dpie.nsw.gov.au/premiers-priorities/our-mob-on-country to see the work we do and get assistance in applying.

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