Contributions Planning Officer
Location
Sydney, New South Wales
Category
Technical & Engineering
Salary
$93,000.00 - $104,000.00 Yearly
Posted
05-Jun-2025
Work type
Full Time
Contact
Gary Ward
Reference
172492
We are currently recruiting for a Contributions Planning Officer
for our client, a Local Council based in Sydney
This is an 8-month maternity leave contract with a salary range of $94- $103k + super, based on a 35-hour work week. The role offers hybrid working arrangements (3 days in the office, 2 days from home), flexi-time accrual, and subsidised parking just a short walk from the station.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Planner to join a dynamic team and contribute to shaping one of Sydney’s most diverse and rapidly growing regions.
In this role, you will be responsible for:
- Preparing, implementing, and reviewing Contributions Plans, Planning Agreements, and infrastructure planning policies.
- Providing strategic planning advice to internal and external stakeholders.
- Identifying population and development trends to inform infrastructure and service planning.
- Supporting the timely and cost-effective expenditure of contributions funds.
- Advocating for community outcomes through engagement with government and private sector stakeholders.
- Tertiary qualifications or relevant experience in Town Planning, Social Planning, Infrastructure Planning/Delivery, Economics, or Engineering.
- A current Class C NSW Driver’s Licence.
- Demonstrated experience in contributions planning within NSW would be desirable
- Strong project management, time management, and administrative skills.
- Understanding of Greenfield strategic planning and infrastructure needs.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- A collaborative approach and a commitment to continuous improvement.
- Competitive salary package based on experience and qualifications.
- Flexible work arrangements including hybrid work and flexi-time (up to 24 days per year).
- 4 weeks annual leave plus 2 Health and Wellbeing Leave days.
- Subsidised parking ($10/week) and free parking options nearby.
- Access to Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport.
- Ongoing professional development and learning opportunities.