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• Senior Planning Officer opportunities with the State Rezoning DPHI
• Multiple Temporary and Ongoing full-time + creation of talent pool
• Parramatta office – with hybrid working supported (other NSW locations may be considered)
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $138,539 to $148,283 + 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.

About the role

Our Senior Planning Officers State Rezoning are responsible for high quality, efficient and timely delivery of assessment advice to ensure State significant projects meet all statutory obligations, Government policy requirements, and Government goals for a more robust and efficient state planning system that achieves strategic infrastructure, economic and growth objectives.

You will assess the merits of complex state rezonings and planning proposals in line with best practice frameworks, produce high quality work on a wide range of planning matters, including the preparation of well written reports and briefing notes and effective conditions of consent and strategic planning and formal advice to identify and address complex emerging urban issues, preparation of strategic plans and to support implementation and delivery of those plans.

You will bring demonstrated knowledge of relevant environmental assessment and planning legislation and processes and proven experience in stakeholder engagement, negotiation and project management.

A Degree in urban and regional planning or other relevant discipline (essential).

This is a great opportunity for a senior professional to join a friendly, dedicated and highly regarded team, and be a key contributor in supporting PLUSHI in the delivery of key outcomes for the communities of NSW.

For more information read the full Role Description:  Senior Planning Officer PLUSHI SR PO2 RD 22052024 (16).docx

To Apply

If you are excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter (maximum two pages) expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close Wednesday 18 March 2026 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role, please contact Carolyn Scott via carolyn.scott@planning.nsw.gov.au.

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'.

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