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

• Drive real planning outcomes, tackle complex challenges, and work with councils and key stakeholders to deliver projects that make a visible impact across our communities.
• Permanent full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity,
• Office location based in Parramatta with flexible working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $115,853 to $130,547 + super

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.

The role

 Step into a role where you help turn planning ideas into real outcomes, particularly for regional communities across NSW.

You’ll get involved in the assessment of housing initiatives, complex state significant development, tourism proposals and a mix of planning projects across regional NSW, digging into research, analysing data, and translating complex information into clear, practical insights. You’ll work closely with councils, stakeholders and colleagues, answering enquiries, preparing reports and briefings, and keeping planning processes running smoothly.

The pace is fast and the environment is dynamic, so you’ll be balancing competing priorities, navigating legislation and policy, and responding quickly with high‑quality work.

It’s a role for someone who enjoys problem‑solving, collaborating with diverse voices, and making planning information easy for everyone to understand.

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

What you will bring to the role

• Strong experience delivering assessments for planning projects, including in housing and place‑based initiatives, with an ability to work collaboratively with councils and diverse stakeholders.
• Skilled in research, data analysis and problem‑solving, using evidence to identify issues and develop practical planning options and solutions.
• Confident communicating with internal and external stakeholders, providing clear, accurate advice on planning matters and supporting consistent application of NSW planning policies.
• Proven ability to prepare high‑quality reports, briefings and correspondence that translate complex technical information into clear, accessible language.
• Solid understanding of planning and environmental legislation, supported by the ability to work effectively under pressure, manage competing priorities and contribute to improving systems and processes.

What is an essential requirement:

• Tertiary degree qualification or other equivalent qualification
• Willingness to travel and Class C Driver’s Licence for regional positions

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 Monday 16 February 2026

Should you require further information about the role please contact Felicity Greenway, Team Leader via email felicity.a.greenway@dpie.nsw.gov.au

To enhance your account security, PageUp is introducing two-factor authentication (2FA). You can follow the step-by-step guide here. If you experience any issues please reach out on (02) 63637676 - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1.

A talent 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 2, 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.