We're on the lookout for a motivated and resourceful urban and regional Planner with great communication skills to join our growing team. You'll get to work on a wide range of planning applications and be part of some interesting projects. You'll be joining a supportive, knowledgeable and experienced City Planning team that values collaboration and fresh ideas.
What you’ll be doing
* Provide clear, timely planning advice to developers, the public and internal teams.
* Assess use, development, and subdivision applications in line with statutory requirements.
* Undertake site visits and contribute to planning investigations and compliance.
* Liaise across Council teams and with external stakeholders to support well-rounded decision making.
* Prepare documentation and support planning matters through formal processes where required.
* Contribute to continuous improvement of planning systems, services and policies.
* Support your team and wider Group with planning knowledge and professional advice.
What you’ll bring
* Suitable tertiary qualification in Urban and Regional Planning or associated field, or satisfactory progress towards such a qualification.
* Solid understanding of Tasmanian planning legislation, processes and current issues.
* Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
* Tech-savvy with excellent attention to detail.
* Experience in statutory planning, preferably in local government. (Desirable)
Why you’ll love working with us
* Base salary between $92,004.56 and $102,268.53 will be offered (dependent on skills and experience) + 13% superannuation
* Permanent/full-time
* Monthly rostered day off
We care about your wellbeing and work life balance. Enjoy a central location, leave loading, purchased leave options, and staff perks like flu shots, skin check reimbursement, EAP counselling, and training opportunities.
Ready to apply?
Apply via our careers page: Apply Now - City of Clarence and include:
• your current resume
• a 1–2 page cover letter outlining your experience, skills, and suitability for the role.
Important: Applications submitted directly through SEEK won’t be considered. Please lodge your application via Apply Now - City of Clarence.
For a more detailed chat about the position, please call Memory Hatendi (Team Leader Planning Assessment) on 6217 9568.
Position Description
Download the position description from our careers page: Position-Description-Planner.pdf.
Our commitment to our community
We’re dedicated to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, and we actively support their participation as valued members of our community.
Council has zero tolerance for child or youth abuse and harm. We prioritise safety in every interaction and report any conduct of concern. You can read more in our Safeguarding Children and Youth Policy and Code of Conduct.
To be offered this position, you’ll need to complete and satisfactorily pass a pre-employment assessment process. This includes (but isn’t limited to) a WWVP check, conviction checks, identification checks, and checks relating to any prior disciplinary action.
We’re also an equal opportunity employer and a smoke-free workplace. Please note that random alcohol and drug testing forms part of employment with Clarence City Council.
Applications on Tuesday, 10 March 2026.