OverviewHelp shape tomorrow!
Join the team planning our community's future today.
We are seeking two motivated and qualified Strategic Planners to join Council's Strategic and Growth Planning team as we deliver transformative projects that will shape the future of our community and play a central role in this important work.
In this position, you will collaborate with council teams, external stakeholders and the community on a wide range of planning and development matters, making a real impact on how our city evolves.
These roles will assist in delivering our strategic land use planning programs, policies and documents with opportunities to be involved in: Preparation and assessment of planning proposalsCoordinating the assessment of scoping proposalsUndertaking reviews of Development Control Plans (DCPs)Preparation of detailed masterplansHeritage planningContributing to infrastructure strategies that support growth with appropriate services and facilitiesYou will be joining a progressive, supportive and future-focused team with a wealth of varied experience across planning and development.
QualificationsA degree in Town Planning or industry equivalent qualificationsExperience in strategic planning, with added value in heritage or recreation planningSkills in preparing detailed strategic planning documents and/or masterplansThe ability to work independently and collaborativelyExcellent written and verbal communication skills
What we are offeringShellharbour City Council offers a high performing and sustainable organisation to deliver outcomes for the community through leadership, collaboration and innovation.We have exciting, rewarding career opportunities and flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work/life balance.1 x permanent full-time, 35 hours per week with access to flexi-time1 x temporary full-time position, 35 hours per week with access to flexi time, covering a 12-month maternity leave positionSalary ranges from $101,440 up to $111,998 per annum (based on qualifications, skills and experience)Plus 12% superannuationGreat culture with a strong, values led and progressive teamEmployee benefits programs and access to Novated lease options and significant retail discounts and corporate fitness programs, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Provident Fund activities, weekly pay run and moreAccess to local government and employee advantages such as long service leave after five years, three weeks sick leave per annum, health and wellbeing leave and more
How to applyFor further information about the position, click here for the position description.
Closing date: Friday, 26 September 2025 at 11:30pm.
Complete the application below by answering the questions, describing how your skills and experience are relevant to the position.
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Selection processFor further information about the selection process including tips on how to address the selection criteria, please view our Guide To Applying.
Shellharbour City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values the unique strengths and talents of all people.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability are encouraged to apply.
We promote respect at work as a fundamental right for all, and strive to create a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.
Our values — Collaboration, Accountability, Integrity, Respect and Sustainability — underpin all we do.
About usShellharbour City, located in the Illawarra region, is just 80 minutes south of Sydney and is home to over 82,000 people in a city that spans 154 square kilometres.
It is an area of great natural beauty — stretching west from the picturesque coastline to rolling pastures, set against the Illawarra escarpment.We are committed to being financially sustainable in an evolving environment, while striving for a great organisational culture and employing staff who embrace our core values.
We have been recognised with state and national awards in recent times, including nine wins for our community projects and achievements in landscape architecture and parks awards.
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Complete the application below by answering the questions, describing how your skills and experience are relevant to the position.
Equal OpportunityShellharbour City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values the unique strengths and talents of all people.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability are encouraged to apply.
Our commitment extends to the promotion of the rights of all children and young people to be safe when interacting with our services and spaces.
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