Overview
Strategic Planner Jobs in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia at Hays
Title: Strategic Planner
Company: Hays
Location: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Work on high-impact planning projects including LEPs, DCPs and growth strategies & shape the future
Your new company
Hays is partnering with a progressive local council in South-West Sydney to recruit a Strategic Planner. This position will support the delivery of key strategic planning initiatives, with a focus on policy development, place-based planning and growth strategy within a rapidly developing region.
Your new role
- Preparation of planning proposals, local planning instruments and DCPs
- Involvement in precinct, structure and master planning projects
- Supporting rezoning and strategic growth initiatives
- Engaging with community, developers and government stakeholders
- Prepare and review strategic planning documentation and policy frameworks
- Assess and negotiate planning proposals and strategic matters
- Provide professional advice to internal and external stakeholders
- Undertake community engagement and consultation activities
- Contribute to reports for Council and senior leadership
What you'll need to succeed
- Degree qualified in Town Planning or related discipline
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in strategic or policy planning
- Strong knowledge of the NSW planning framework (LEPs/DCPs)
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
What you'll get in return
- Flexible working arrangement – part-time (3 days per week) to support work-life balance
- Long-term contract to March 2027
- Opportunity to work on meaningful, high-impact strategic planning projects
- Exposure to a growing South-West Sydney region undergoing significant development
- Collaborative and supportive local government team environment
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, to Jade or call us now on 0472 622 534.
