Environmental Planning Officer

Closing Date: 11:59pm AEST 28 July 2026

Status: Permanent Full-Time (35 hours per week)

Salary: $ 99,237.93 - 114,123.62 per annum +12% superannuation

Randwick City Council is an innovative and progressive local government committed to serving our vibrant community on the eastern beaches of Sydney.

We are currently seeking a suitably experienced and qualified planning professional to join the Development Assessment team.

The successful candidate will enjoy the challenge of negotiating, managing, and assessing a caseload of diverse applications including major developments, concept approvals and a wide range of commercial, industrial, open space, housing and subdivision applications.

In addition to rewarding work, we offer great employee benefits including competitive wages / salaries, option to avail of 9 day fortnight, additional leave entitlements, professional development opportunities, fitness passport, dynamic work environment, stunning eastern beaches location and much more.

What we value

We have a high-performance culture fostered through our values of Integrity, Customer Focus, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our culture encourages and supports equity, diversity, and inclusion for our employees and our community.

We will trust you to bring

Tertiary qualification at degree level

Experience and expertise in development assessment

Excellent problem solving and negotiation skills

Highly developed oral and written communication and report writing skills

Excellent in time management

Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Commitment to providing excellent customer service

Things you will do

Assess development, subdivision, and Local Government applications in accordance with statutory requirements and the procedures contained in the Development Assessment Procedures Manual and Council’s codes and policies.

Negotiate/mediate with applicants and objectors to break deadlocks and achieve satisfactory outcomes.

Appear as an expert planning witness in the Land and Environment Court of NSW.

Ensure decision making processes for development related applications are robust and rigorous.

Further information

View the position description online or contact or contact Miguel Rivera, Coordinator Fast Track, on 02 9093 6889