Undergraduate Planner
Job No:
TP0036
Location:
Gordon
Undergraduate Planner
- Salary $53,196.00 to $58,494.80 p/a + super
- Fixed Term Full Time Contract – Up to 2 years
- Contribute to the planning of a dynamic and thriving community
About Ku-ring-gai Council
Located 16 km’s north of the Sydney CBD, the Ku-ring-gai area covers 84km2, is home to 124,000 residents and set in one of New South Wales’ most attractive natural environments.
About the role
Council is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Undergraduate Planner to join our dynamic Development Assessment Services team.
This is a unique opportunity for a current student to gain practical experience while contributing to the planning and development of the area.
Reporting to the Team Leader Development Assessment, your duties will include, but are not limited to:
- Assist in the preparation and review of development applications and planning reports
- Support the development of urban design and planning strategies for the local area
- Undertake research and analysis of land use, zoning, and planning policies
- Provide administrative and technical support to the Development Assessment Services team
- Assist in community engagement and consultation processes
- Contribute to environmental sustainability initiatives in planning practices
Qualifications, skills & experience
- Currently enrolled in and/ or commencing the penultimate or final year of an undergraduate Town Planning degree
- Current Class C Driver’s Licence
- Competent in Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, Teams)
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
- Ability to work in a diverse team environment
If you're excited to make a difference and contribute to the planning of one of Sydney’s most beautiful and thriving areas, we'd love to hear from you!
* Salary for this position is as per the Award
* Candidates must be enrolled in and studying the qualification for the duration of the employment term in order to be eligible
Benefits
- 35 hour working week
- Access to Fitness Passport
- Novated Lease options available for private use vehicles
- Health & Fitness $100 yearly reimbursement (conditional)
- Free confidential Employee Assistance Program
- Beautiful Ku-ring-gai Location
- Work in a collaborative and inclusive team that values your input and supports your learning journey every step of the way
- Receive guidance from experienced town planners and access hands-on training that enhances your academic learning with practical skills
- Access to a wide range of development and training opportunities
For more information on the benefits offered at Ku-ring-gai Council, please refer to our website click here.
How to apply
Applicants are required to address all Essential Criteria as listed within the Position Description to be eligible for an interview.
Like to know more? Contact Shaun Garland – 9424 0988
Closes: 11:30pm, Thursday 5 June 2025
Ku-ring-gai Council is an equal opportunity employer
What skills and attributes do you think successful Ku-ring-gai employees share?
You need to be a community focussed person, someone who is people-oriented. If you’re willing to learn and develop different skills, then you actually learn a lot about what you’re interested in – Lily Giles, Youth Services Officer
What do you find the most enjoyable about your role?
I find the inter-related issues we get at Ku-ring-gai really interesting; environmental, ecological, heritage. And I love the fact that you’re learning new things every day with the decisions that are made. It’s a changing field and the legal interpretations are complex; I find that so exciting – Amy Ayling, Team Leader Development Assessment
What would you say to someone considering a career in Ku-ring- gai libraries?
I think councils and public libraries are quite often seen as very old fashioned and stuck in their ways. But that couldn’t be further from the truth – it’s such a dynamic place! If you get a kick out of making a difference in someone’s life, then council is a great place to work. And working in councils could suit anyone because there’s just so many different types of work, so I’d totally recommend it! – Michelle Swan-Beardmore, Manager Library Services.
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