Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies. 

• Provide exceptional administrative support for Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure
• Ongoing full-time opportunity (35 hrs p/w)
• Wollongong office location (3 days onsite) with flexible working supported
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $82,193 to $90,001 + super

At the heart of the New South Wales (NSW) planning system, the Planning Group takes centre stage. Driven by the NSW Government’s unwavering commitment to tackle the critical housing issue, we provide essential support and strategic guidance. The Planning Land Use Strategy, Housing and Infrastructure (PLUSHI) team are the driving force behind the Department's strategic planning, policy, rezoning, and infrastructure projects, all aimed at making New South Wales a better place to live. 

The role 

The Administrative Officer provides quality service and administrative support services to enable the timely and efficient delivery of business initiatives, including records management, diary management, meeting and project support, collect and compile information in line with quality and departmental requirements, to support information flow and inform decision making and maintain and update office systems, databases, procedures and methods in line with standards, policies and procedures to improve smooth operation of the unit.

Key knowledge and experience

• An understanding of the NSW Planning system and current challenges/opportunities affecting planning is preferable.

About you 

Our Administrative Officer manages competing demands and maintaining attention to detail to ensure administrative support is provided in a timely and efficient manner.  You will maintain up-to-date knowledge of the department’s structure, functions and processes to ensure enquiries are managed effectively and solve problems with a high level of discretion, diplomacy and judgement.

For more information read the full Role Description: Administrative Officer

What’s in it for me?

Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed.

About us

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. 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 builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities. 

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.

Join us

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 11.55pm on Sunday 1 June 2025.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Graham Towers via graham.towers@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.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. 

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 63637676​ - HR Support, option 3, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.