Sydney, New South Wales
Full-time
Description
Sydney
City Planning/Planning Assessments/City Planning, Development & Transport
Full Time/Term Contract up to 2 years
$74,788 per annum plus superannuation
Caring for our city, creating a future for all
Our people are passionate about their communities and connected to their teams. They're motivated by our genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, and our clear, compelling plan for our global city:Sustainable Sydney 2030 – 2050 Continuing the Vision.
Be part of a purpose-led organisation with care at its core. You'll make a difference by acting in the best interests of our communities and city. Be better together with collaborative and inclusive partnerships. Embrace possibilities and be open to new ideas and creating bold solutions.
About The Role
The City of Sydney's Entry Level Employment and Development Programs is recruiting for 2026.
Our entry-level programs provide people with the opportunity to gain valuable organisational experience while preparing them for their future. Our program provides valuable work experience and it supports bringing in talent that enriches our workplace and creates a more diverse and agile workforce.
We're excited to welcome a motivated Cadet Planner to join our Planning Assessments team, to assess development applications.
We're Looking For Someone
currently undertaking or recently completed a degree in Urban Planning or related discipline
with ability to meet strict deadlines and to balance and respond flexibly to competing priorities
with experience in providing good customer service.
Download position description.
This role has the option of a rostered day off each month, known as a 19-day month.
The recommended applicant must complete a pre-employment health declaration and criminal history check.
Applications must be submitted online by 11:59pm, Wednesday 11 March 2026.
For more information, contact Pat Quinn, Area Planning Manager on
What We Can Offer You
You'll work with passionate, welcoming and supportive people who care for our communities and create a future for all.
Flexible working
3 days of care and cultural leave each year for health and wellbeing activities, cultural and religious days or events of significance
Collaborative approach to flexible working
City centre head office, with many public transport options
Professional development
Leadership and management development program
Further education program providing reimbursement of course fees, and study and exam leave
Opportunity to attend external courses and conferences
Long service and employee recognition awards
Employee assistance program offering free, confidential counselling
Supporting families
26 weeks paid parental leave and 6 weeks paid partner leave
Paid and unpaid adoption and long-term fostering leave
Paid superannuation for up to 52 weeks of parental leave
Part-time and job-sharing options available
Supportive return-to-work environment
Inclusive culture
Recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia
Active employee networks including City Women, City Pride, DiverseCity, Inclusive City, Young Professionals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander network
Recognised family inclusive workplace
Veteran employment supporter
Find out why acareer at the City of Sydneymight be right for you.
How To Apply
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds in a workplace as diverse as our communities. We're passionate about gender balance, with an executive team two-thirds female and half of leadership roles held by women.
All applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, veterans and people of diverse sexualities and genders, are encouraged to join us.
We're a disability confident recruiter. If you identify as a person with disability and require support for your application or the recruitment process, contact us
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