Be passionate. Be progressive. Hawkesbury City Council.
Great Team Culture
Rostered day off – 9 day fortnight
Leaseback Vehicle Option + On-Site Parking
Fitness Passport Option + Workplace flexibility
Hawkesbury City Council is the largest local government area in metropolitan NSW covering 2,800 square kilometres, incorporating both urban and rural communities. We are committed to working together to deliver outcomes for the community through innovation and best practice.
Hawkesbury City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.
The Role
Reporting to the Manager Development Assessment and based in Windsor NSW, the purpose of this position is to efficiently and effectively process a wide range of development and associated applications submitted to Council under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, Local Government Act 1993 and related legislation in accordance with Council's policies and procedures.
Our Team and Culture
Here at Hawkesbury Council, we recognise that our people are at the heart of everything we do and we are proud of the team culture we have built and continue to build on. When joining us, you will be welcomed by a fresh and energetic team who live our team member values in all aspects of their work. Our core values at Hawkesbury are Healthy, Efficient, Accountable, Respectful and Team Focused.
About You
You will have the ability to resolve issues through effective mediation, negotiation and problem solving and have well developed written and verbal communication skills. You will demonstrate a strong background and commitment to quality customer service with a proven ability to positively impact and contribute to a team environment and work collaboratively to reach common outcomes.
Essential Criteria
Tertiary qualifications in Town Planning or a related discipline
Extensive relevant experience in development assessment including complex and/or contentious developments
Comprehensive knowledge of the Environment Planning and Assessment Act 1979 and Local Government Act 1993 and associated legislation and regulations as they relate to development assessment
Proficient using computers and computer applications
Class C Drivers Licence
WHS General Construction Work in NSW
Working with Children Check (WWCC)
The Rewards
An attractive salary will be offered to the successful applicant commensurate with qualification, skills, and experience.
Great working environment
Fortnightly Rostered Day Off
Paid Parental Leave
Flexible work arrangements
Tertiary Education Assistance
Health and Wellbeing Program
Long Service Leave after 5 years
Training and Development Opportunities
Employee Reward and Recognition program
Fitness Passport Option
Social Club - BBQs, Christmas parties, raffles and activities
Employee Assistance Program for employees and their family
To Apply
For further position details, including the selection criteria and to apply, visit our website (only applications received directly via the website will be considered)
Applications close Sunday, 08 February 2026
Applicants who do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for this position.
Please allow 4 weeks from the closing date for processing of your application.
Please note that the canvassing of Councillors in relation to these matters will automatically disqualify the applicant from this process.