Strategic Planner

WHY US:

At Liverpool City Council we’re embarking on critical growth projects for our city. For planning professionals with experience and purpose this is a unique opportunity to be part of a team that’s building a city that will set new standards for excellence.

JOB DETAILS:  1 X Permanent full Time and 1 X 12 month   temporary            35 hours, 5 days/week            Salary:     $97,353.09 to $106,674.12 + Super    

JOB DESCRIPTION

 We have an exciting opportunity for a planning professional to join our City Planning team. You will be working on some of the most exciting and challenging strategic planning projects in Western Sydney. Working within a collaborative and supportive team and reporting to the Coordinator of Strategic Planning you will have the opportunity to contribute to the development and implementation of strategic land use policy to support our growing community.

This is a great opportunity to take that next step in your planning career and join an organisation that is at the forefront of planning in one of the most vibrant and dynamic regions in Sydney.

ABOUT YOU

Successful applicants must be able to demonstrate their competency in the following essential areas:

• The preparation and processing of planning proposals, Local Environmental Plans, Development Control Plans and Voluntary Planning Agreements, or equivalent.
•  Undertake strategic planning projects and studies in accordance with the Strategic Planning work program.
• Providing advice and interpretation of planning policy to staff, Councillors, and the public including the preparation of correspondence, reports and presentations

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT LCC

• Salary will be dependent on the relevant skills, experience, and competencies of the successful applicant within the specified range.
• Ability to access 2 health and wellbeing days per year.
•  Be part of a passionate, energetic, and supportive multi-disciplinary team.
• Great office location in the heart of the Liverpool CBD, close to public transport and with subside parking available; and
•  Professional development opportunities, including training courses and study assistance for further education.

Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working environment that supports all employees to reach their full potential.

To be eligible to apply for permanent positions at Liverpool City Council, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including First nation people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.

All successful candidates will be required to obtain a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process and may be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check

HOW TO APPLY: Please click the 'Apply' button above. Applicants must submit a covering letter outlining your interest and how your background and experience suit this opportunity, as well as your resume. 

Click here for a copy of the position description

CLOSING:    7 March 2026

Be part of creating the future, for further information about the position please contact Natalie Jefferys, Talent Acquisition Partner at [email protected]