Principal Planner – Sunshine Coast
RPS is seeking an experienced Town Planner to join our Sunshine Coast team and play a key role in the continued growth and success of our planning business.
We are looking for a senior planning professional who will contribute to the leadership, direction and growth of an established planning practice. Candidates may be currently at Senior Planner/Associate, Principal or Senior Principal level.
Responsibilities
* Deliver and manage a broad range of planning and development projects
* Build and strengthen client relationships across the Sunshine Coast region
* Contribute to the ongoing growth and reputation of the planning business
* Be part of the senior leadership group within the Sunshine Coast office
* Mentor and support emerging team members
* Work collaboratively with professionals across planning, landscape architecture, urban design and engineering
Qualifications
* 8 – 10+ years' experience in town planning
* Strong experience managing development applications and statutory planning processes
* Sound knowledge of Queensland planning legislation and frameworks
* Consultancy experience highly regarded
* Sunshine Coast or broader South East Queensland experience desirable
* Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
* Proactive approach to business development and client relationship management
* Relevant tertiary qualifications in Town Planning or a related discipline
Benefits
* Professional development and career progression opportunities
* A supportive team culture that celebrates collaboration and success
* Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
* Active wellbeing and community engagement initiatives
* Annual professional membership reimbursement
* Paid parental and partner leave
* $250 active lifestyle allowance per annum
* Additional annual leave purchase scheme and salary packaging options
* Professional and technical development programs, including study assistance, online learning and mentoring across portfolios
* Active office social events, employee assistance program, service recognition and more
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