Shape your world in a place where purpose and opportunity come together

• Bring your policy skills and shape your world through meaningful work
• Temporary opportunity until 30 June 2028 + creation of Talent Pool  
• Parramatta NSW office location, with flexible working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $142,695 to $152,731 + super

Are you passionate about shaping the future of communities and helping deliver sustainable growth across New South Wales? Join the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the NSW planning system.

As a Senior Policy Officer (Sustainability and Open Space Delivery Division) within the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure, you will develop, deliver and evaluate planning and/or policy projects and initiatives and reforms that contribute to the Department’s planned outcomes and broader Government planning system objectives including representing the DPHI Planning portfolio in marine-estate governance and contribute to relevant actions under the Marine Estate Management Strategy 2018-2028.

Working within the Marine and Water Policy team, you will help shape planning policies and reforms that improve water quality, protect coastal and marine environments and support sustainable development across NSW. Your work will include developing policy options to better integrate water quality into land-use planning and facilitate environmental restoration, alongside contributing to projects such as moorings reform and coastal floodplain drainage.

You will apply your knowledge of the NSW planning system to review planning proposals, strategic plans and environmental planning instruments including those related to regulated catchments, and provide clear, evidence-based advice on complex planning issues. Working collaboratively with other marine estate government agencies and other stakeholders, you will contribute planning expertise to interagency working groups and help translate policy objectives into practical planning outcomes.

Bring your experience in planning policy and project management skills and a keen desire for learning how to tackle complex planning problems. A degree in planning, environmental science or management, engineering or a related discipline is essential.

Read the role description for more detail:  Senior Policy Officer (SOSD)

About us

At the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI), you could shape your world while helping us shape the future of NSW. Together, we create vibrant communities, places and precincts, and manage land, assets and property.

Join our team and shape your world in a workplace that empowers you to do your best work and build a meaningful career. In this role, you’ll help shape lives and communities across NSW while growing your own career, supported by flexible work options, impactful projects and a collaborative, diverse team. As a high-performing and inclusive organisation that reflects the communities we serve, we value your lived experience and cultural knowledge, and we are committed to helping you thrive through flexible arrangements, workplace adjustments and a culture where everyone feels supported, connected and belongs.

Apply now

Apply today with your resume and cover letter.

Applications close: 11.55PM, Wednesday, 25 November 2026.

For more information about the role, please contact Kate Masters via kate.masters@dphi.nsw.gov.au.

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.

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

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'.

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. This role is subject to standard pre-employment checks, including a criminal record check.