Georges River Council

Planning Advisory Officer

Bring Your Planning Expertise to Life at Georges River Council!

Permanent Full-Time | $78,933.86 – $91,456.91 + 11.5% Super | Hybrid Work Options

About Us

At Georges River Council, we’re more than just a workplace—we’re a people-first organisation of around 600 dedicated professionals who are passionate about shaping a vibrant, green, inclusive, and innovative community.

Our Development and Building team, within the Environment & Planning Directorate, plays a critical role in ensuring sustainable, compliant, and high-quality development throughout our local area—from established neighbourhoods to exciting urban renewal and growth precincts.

We're committed to excellence and collaboration, and we value the positive impact our work has on the community we serve. If you’re driven by purpose and pride in your profession, this is the place for you.

Your Next Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Planning Advisory Officer to join our dynamic and forward-thinking Development Advisory Services team.

In this key customer-facing role, you’ll:

• Provide clear and accurate technical advice on planning, development, and building matters to the public.
• Guide applicants through pre-lodgement processes, both verbally and in writing.
• Support internal teams and customer service staff with professional advice and planning insights.
• Help manage the planning portal and “clearing house” functions to ensure an efficient, streamlined customer experience.

You’ll be working in a high-performing, supportive team that’s focused on continuous improvement and delivering great service—both internally and to the broader community.

Why Join Us?

• Flexibility: Enjoy hybrid working options and flexible start/finish times
• Wellbeing Leave: Extra paid leave to support your health and wellbeing
• Fitness Passport: Discounted gym access for you and your family
• Ongoing Development: Sponsored study programs and access to learning resources
• Career Growth: Work with passionate mentors in a collaborative environment
• Additional Benefits: Salary packaging, parental leave support, employee rewards, and more

What We’re Looking For

• Completion or near completion of tertiary qualifications in Town Planning or related discipline.
• Relevant practical experience in a similar role. Minimum 2 years experience.
• NSW Class C Driver’s Licence.
• Sound understanding of development application processing, strategic planning and other local
  government and building related services.
• Demonstrated high level of oral and written communication skills.
• High level of interpersonal skills with a commitment to the provision of quality customer service.
• Ability to work within a multi-disciplined team.
• Commitment to quality customer service.
• Demonstrated ability to produce work within established timeframes and with limited supervision. Sound
  computer literacy with demonstrated experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Excel).

Desirable (But Not Essential)

• Sound understanding of and ability to research and apply Planning & Building legislation and case law
• An ability to clearly communicate complex legislation, EPIs and DCPs as they specifically relate to
  proposed developments
• Qualifications in a relevant field such as urban design, heritage conservation, architecture,
  environmental studies, building surveying or other relevant discipline.
• Understanding of, or experience of heritage matters and Land and Environment Court procedures

Ready to Apply?

If you’re passionate about planning and ready to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you! Submit your application today, including your responses to the targeted questions.

For more information about the role, view the position description or please contact Linley Love, Acting Manager Development and Building, on 02 9330 6075.

Make your mark where it matters—apply now and help shape the future of Georges River.

Applications must be completed and submitted via our website. Closing Date: Thursday 15 May 2025 at 11.59PM AEST. Don’t miss your chance to be part of a Council that values your contribution and supports your growth.

Offers of employment at Georges River Council are contingent upon satisfactory results of a thorough background check.

Georges River Council aims to be a leading, people-focused organisation delivering outstanding results for our community and city. We foster our values of Accountability, Professionalism, Unity and Honesty and take pride in promoting the image of Council in the community.

We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQIA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

At Georges River Council we are committed to putting children first and championing child safety within our community. We actively advocate for the rights of children and young people and will uphold our commitment as a child safe organisation.

Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights (with no Visa restrictions) in Australia to apply for this position.