Planning
Reference number
547587
Occupation
Planning
Work type
Full-Time
Location
Sydney - West
Salary Information
Planning Officer (Professional) Level 2
Closing date
25 February 2026 at 11:55pm
Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies.
* Deliver State significant development assessment projects for NSW
* Temporary full-time opportunity 12 month + creation of talent pool for vacancies that may become available over the next 18 months
* Office location – Parramatta with flexible working supported in alignment with government policy
* PO2 Salary relative to experience and ranges from $138,539 to $148,283 + super
The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. The Development Assessment and Systems Directorate within the Department assesses and regulates development proposals, focusing on balancing community, environmental, and economic needs, and determining proposals for major development, including state significant projects.
The role
The Senior Planning Officer Assessments role within the Social Infrastructure Assessment Team is responsible for high quality, efficient and timely delivery of assessment advice to ensure State significant projects meet all statutory obligations, Government policy requirements, and Government goals for a more robust and efficient state planning system that achieves strategic infrastructure, economic and growth objectives. The team undertakes assessments of a range of major development types including Hospitals, Schools, TAFEs and Universities, as well as Cultural and Recreation projects including stadiums and major sports facilities.
You will assess the merits of complex State significant projects in line with best practice frameworks and benchmark assessment outcome turnaround times, produce high quality work on a wide range of planning matters, including the preparation of well written reports and briefing notes and effective conditions of consent and critically analyse and evaluate key issues, recommend innovative options, solutions, practices and processes to enable timely responses to customer enquiries.
For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Planning Officer Assessments DAS
Key knowledge and experience
* Demonstrated knowledge of relevant environmental assessment and planning legislation and processes
* Proven experience in stakeholder engagement, negotiation and project management
* Experience in the assessment of development applications
Essential requirements
* Degree in planning, urban design, architecture, environmental management, engineering or other relevant discipline
* Willingness to travel and (minimum) Class C Driver's Licence
What's in it for me?
Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed.
About us
The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities.
We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.
Join us
If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.
Applications close 25 February :55PM)
Should you require further information about the role please contact Madeline Thomas via
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.
Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.
We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via or HR Support, option 3, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.
Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.