Senior Town Planner – Commercial / Leadership Focus
Location: Charlestown, NSWWork Type: Full-time | Flexible working | Future Equity Opportunities Available
Our client is seeking a senior planner ready to lead people, manage complexity, and influence outcomes.
You'll provide high-level statutory and strategic planning advice while managing and developing a team, supporting business growth, and acting as a trusted advisor to clients and stakeholders.
There is no intention to immediately appoint at Principal or Deputy Principal level.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Town Planners and junior staff
Manage complex and high-risk Development Applications end-to-end
Provide expert planning advice to developers, councils, and stakeholders
Oversee workflow, quality assurance, and statutory timeframes
Contribute to business development, client relationships, and commercial strategy
Draft and manage Planning Proposals and strategic planning projects
Represent the business in meetings, briefings, and industry forums
About You
Senior-level NSW town planning experience (consultancy or local government)
Demonstrated people leadership and mentoring capability
Strong commercial acumen and client-facing confidence
Proven ability to interpret and apply planning legislation at a high level
Comfortable presenting advice and managing stakeholder expectations
This role offers genuine leadership influence, flexibility, and future shareholder potential for the right individual.
Please apply online or call ************ for a confidential discussion.
Contact: Mark Seery
At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
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