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• Senior Urban Planner role
• Ongoing Full-Time Opportunity at Sydney Olympic Park
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $129,464.00 to $142,665.00 + 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

Sydney Olympic Park Authority, part of the Homes, Property, Development and Workplace within the Department of Planning, Housing and Industry , is currently seeking to appoint a Senior Urban Planner to support the efficient and timely assessment of development applications, provide planning advice to internal and external clients, and contribute to State Significant projects. In this role, you’ll help deliver a robust and effective state planning system that supports strategic infrastructure, economic development, and growth objectives.

You’ll play a key role in shaping the future of Sydney Olympic Park by ensuring developments align with statutory requirements, government policies, and the Park’s Master Plan. This includes assessing proposals, managing consultant inputs, and contributing to long-term strategic planning for the Park’s ongoing renewal. Success in this role will rely on your ability to balance diverse priorities in a dynamic environment, foster productive relationships, and translate the Park’s vision into practical, sustainable urban outcomes.

For more information read the full Role Description:  Senior Urban Planner

What you will bring to the role 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to critically assess complex planning matters and provide well-considered recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare high-quality reports, briefing notes, and clear conditions of consent.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of relevant planning legislation, policies and procedures, and their practical application in a range of assessment contexts.
• Proven experience in the assessment of development applications and delivering sound planning outcomes within set timeframes.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and consultation skills, with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships across internal and external stakeholders.
• A proactive and innovative mindset to identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute to the development of policies and assessment frameworks.
• The ability to work effectively in a team environment, manage competing priorities, and deliver results that support organisational goals.
• Commitment to continuous learning, professional development, and contributing to a culture of quality and collaboration.

What is an essential requirement:

• Tertiary qualifications in urban planning or related discipline with demonstrated experience in both the statutory and strategic areas of planning.

 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 Tuesday, 18^th Nov 2025 at 11.55pm

Should you require further information about the role please contact Vivienne Albin on vivienne.albin@sopa.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.