Principal Strategic Planner

Are you an enthusiastic and results orientated person? Then this could be the role for you!

Permanent Full Time position

Salary: $109,055 to $121,609 per annum, plus superannuation and a 9-day fortnight.

Appointed salary in this range will be based on skills, qualifications, and experience.

A leaseback vehicle will also be offered.

About Us

Hornsby Shire is located on Sydney's upper north shore, approximately 25 kilometres north of the CBD. Known as the ‘Bushland Shire’, our local government area is characterised by bushland comprising national park, major waterways, natural reserves and rural landscape. The rest of the Shire combines urban, rural and open spaces.

About the role

To be part of, and contribute to, a team focused on providing strategic town planning advice to Council to determine the manner in which land is used to enhance the social, economic, environmental and recreational well being of the community.

The position services Council’s constituent and external customers of Council and provides management support to the Strategic Planning Manager.

About you

As a valued senior member of the team, you will be involved in exciting strategic planning projects within the Hornsby local government area. 

Applicants should have completed a Town Planning Degree and have sound experience in;

• Land use planning,
• Project management,
• Environmental planning, and
• Local Government legislation

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal are a must. 

Benefits of working with us

We pride ourselves on having a fantastic culture with a genuine appreciation for work-life balance. Visit hornsby.nsw.gov.au/careers and click on "what we offer" to learn about the wonderful benefits available at Hornsby Council.

Please note you must be double vaccinated to work in this position and to attend an interview.

For further information please click on the links below or contact Katherine Vickery, Manager, Strategic Landuse Planning on 9847 6744.

Closing Date: 25 September 2024 at 11.30pm