Job description

About the job

Flexible | Part-Time or Full-Time

Urban Consultants is a boutique town planning consultancy based in Oran Park, providing high-quality, tailored planning advice and development assessment services across New South Wales. Established in 2018, our team brings extensive experience across residential, commercial and industrial developments, with a strong focus on delivering practical, high-quality outcomes for our clients.

We are looking for a Senior Town Planner with a strong development assessment background to join our growing team in a flexible role that supports genuine work-life balance.

About the Role

As a Senior Town Planner, you will play a key role in managing and assisting with a diverse range of developments. You will work closely with clients, consent authorities and project teams, contributing your technical expertise and professional judgement to achieve high-quality planning outcomes.

This role offers flexibility in hours and working arrangements and may be suited to experienced planners seeking either part-time or full-time employment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality planning reports, including Statements of Environmental Effects, Clause 4.6 variations, feasibility assessments
• Provide expert planning advice to clients on development potential and approval pathways
• Liaise with councils, stakeholders and certifiers to progress applications efficiently
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to continuous improvement within the business
• Prepare, lodge and manage Development Applications across a range of residential, commercial and industrial projects

About You

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Urban & Regional Planning
• Minimum 5 years experience as a Town Planner in Australia (preferrably NSW)
• Strong development assessment background (local government and/or private sector)
• Sound knowledge of NSW planning legislation and controls
• Ability to manage multiple projects with autonomy and professionalism
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Client-focused, proactive and solutions-driven approach
• Planning Institute membership or eligibility for membership

Why Join Urban Consultants?

• Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle
• Genuine focus on work-life balance
• Part-time or full-time options available
• Supportive, experienced team within a boutique consultancy
• Opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects across NSW

To apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience to employment@urbanconsultants.com.au, or contact us on 0288599080 for a confidential discussion.