Town Planner

Job description

Town Planner | CDC & Approval Pathways
Sydney | Hybrid Working | $100K + Super

Join a respected multidisciplinary consultancy that offers planning, landscape architecture and arboriculture services across NSW. Due to significant growth and the recent acquisition of a major client, our client is seeking a Planner to join their collaborative Sydney team. This is an outstanding opportunity to build your expertise in complying development and approval pathways while learning from experienced industry professionals.

The Role
Working closely with Senior Planners and the Directors, you will assist in delivering planning advice and navigating approval pathways for residential and commercial developments across NSW.
Responsibilities
  • Prepare planning assessments and planning advice.
  • Assist with CDC applications and approval pathways.
  • Liaise with clients, certifiers, consultants and stakeholders.
  • Conduct site investigations and planning research.
  • Support project delivery from inception through to approval.
  • Monitor legislative and policy changes impacting development.

About You
  • Qualifications in Urban Planning, Town Planning or similar.
  • Experience within the NSW planning system.
  • Exposure to CDCs, approval pathways or statutory planning.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities.
  • Motivated, proactive and eager to develop your career.

What's On Offer
  • Salary circa $100K + Super.
  • Hybrid working arrangements (3 days office / 2 days home).
  • Supportive mentoring from highly experienced planners.
  • Strong pipeline of work and career progression opportunities.
  • Collaborative team culture with excellent staff retention.
  • Choice of working from either Northern Beaches or CBD offices.


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If you're looking to take the next step in your career with a leading consultancy, apply now or contact Lucille for a confidential discussion - or 02 80626102


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Job Summary

  • Published on: 22 Jul, 2026
  • Category: Architecture
  • Vacancy: 1
  • Job type: Full Time
  • Salary:
  • Location: NSW - Sydney CBD
  • Job Nature: Full Time

Company Details

  • Name: Hays
  • Location: NSW - Sydney CBD