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

• Temporary (2-year) opportunity
• Parramatta location with flexible working supported
• Salary from $112,479 - $126,745 + super

What’s in it for you?

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.

The role

As a Planning Officer, you will support the development of policy and processes that enable the efficient operation of the Housing Taskforce. This includes undertaking research, preparing reports and policy advice, and contributing to system improvements that streamline agency interactions with the planning system. Your work will ensure evidence-based decision-making, balancing multiple priorities and stakeholder needs.

As part of the Housing Taskforce, you will help drive whole-of-government action to expedite housing development applications and address impediments to post-consent requirements, ensuring the timely delivery of housing completions.

The Housing Taskforce

The Housing Taskforce is a multi-agency group within the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure, tasked with maximising housing completions by driving urgent, whole-of-government action to address housing supply and affordability issues.

This unique opportunity offers potential candidates the chance to work across government with government agencies and public authorities such as TfNSW, DCCEEW, Premiers Department and Treasury.

The position sits within the Housing Taskforce and will focus on working across industry to develop an understanding of the barriers to housing delivery, including matters raised in development consents, post consent approvals, and construction processes/requirements.

For more information, read about the role of the NSW Housing Taskforce: NSW Housing Taskforce.

What you will bring to the role

• Knowledge of planning legislation, policies, and statutory requirements.
• Strong analytical and research skills to support policy development.
• Ability to translate complex technical information into clear, plain-English briefings and reports.

Essential requirements

• Degree in planning, law, environmental management, engineering, or another relevant discipline.

For more information, read the full Role Description: Role Description

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.
• Deliver affordable and diverse housing.

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your 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 Monday 31 March 2025  at 11:55PM.

For further information about the role, please contact Emily Dickson at emily.dickson@dpie.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, permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working visa for the duration of the appointment.

We encourage and support applications from people with disabilities. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments needed during the recruitment process. Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 6363 7676 (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.