• Contribute to visionary precincts and town centre masterplans
• Thrive in a forward-thinking, innovative local government
• Join a high-energy, values-driven planning team
• Enjoy hybrid working and a rostered day off every three weeks

Your Opportunity to Shape the City of Ryde

Are you passionate about the power of great planning to transform places and lives? Here's your opportunity to play a leading role in shaping the future of one of Sydney's most innovative, dynamic and diverse local government areas.

As part of a close-knit, passionate team of strategic planners, you'll be integral in key masterplanning and policy initiatives that guide growth, enhance liveability and reflect the City of Ryde's bold vision. You'll work at the cutting edge of urban transformation, collaborating on precinct plans, development control plans and policy frameworks that leave a lasting legacy.

From engaging with communities and stakeholders to representing Council at planning forums, you'll be a trusted expert in our team shaping how our City evolves.

What We Offer

• A genuinely collaborative, supportive and values-led workplace
• Flexible working arrangements and a hybrid team culture
• Professional development, study support, and wellbeing programs
• A chance to contribute to meaningful, high-impact projects

You Bring:

• Proven experience in strategic planning (tertiary qualified)
• Strength and experience in delivering complex projects, such as masterplans or precinct and place strategies
• A flair for problem-solving, out-of-the-box and design-led thinking
• Excellent written, visual, and interpersonal communication skills
• A commitment to integrated planning that considers environment, community, transport and design

Start something meaningful-and help shape the next chapter of our City.

Culture & Benefits

• Commitment to providing opportunities for work/life balance
• Hybrid work from home and office arrangements available
• Flexibility regarding start and finish times to suit your lifestyle
• Work 37.5 hours /week and enjoy a rostered day off approx. every 3 weeks
• Long service leave after 5 years, then accrued monthly
• 18 weeks paid parental leave (for eligible employees)
• 3 extra grant days at Christmas to ensure you have time to enjoy the holiday
• Annual performance reviews and Award increases
• Opportunity to sign up as a fitness passport member
• Various health & well-being initiatives (i.e. flu vaccinations, skin checks, etc.)
• Free shuttle bus between the North Ryde Office and North Ryde Metro Station

How to apply

Please ensure you give full answers to the online application questions, showcasing your abilities and experience. Your answers, in conjunction with your resume, will determine if you are invited to an interview.

Please note you do not need a "password" to use our on-line application system, however you have the option save and return to your application prior to the closing date. In addition to answering the online questions, this position requires you to attach your Resume to complete the application process. Please note, you are not required to submit a cover letter or a statement addressing selection criteria.

Closing Date: Thursday, 24 July 2025 at 11:30pm

If you would like to know more, please see the position description or contact Kandace Lindeberg, Executive Manager City Development on 0481694516 for a confidential discussion.

About Us

City of Ryde, just 12 kilometres from Sydney CBD, is a place of unique lifestyle and opportunity. It is home to an engaged and culturally diverse community of around 130,000 people, and a strong and growing Smart City economy including more than 13,000 local businesses, Macquarie Park, world-class hospitals, and a leading university. All balanced with beautiful bushland, riverfront parks, open spaces, and sport facilities.

Our council delivers a broad range of services, projects, programs, and events. We are actively committed to innovation, sustainability, resilience and providing exceptional customer experiences, and this relies on attracting and keeping great people. We offer a range of benefits, including flexible work arrangements, health and wellbeing programs, a learning and development program including study support, and a reward and recognition program.

City of Ryde is committed to Equal Employment and Child Safety