Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies.

• Work on a range of State significant proposals and projects that only a career in State Government can offer
• Ongoing full time (35 hours per week) opportunity
• Parramatta office with flexible working supported
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $138,539 to $148,283 + super

What’s in it for me?

Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed.

The role

The Senior Planning Officer Transport Advisory provides policy, planning and operational advice on land use and transport planning matters. The role assists with planning and assessment of State significant projects to meet all statutory obligations and Government priorities for a more robust and efficient state planning system.

Be a key player in major development projects that will shape the future of Sydney and NSW. Our dynamic team provides strategic guidance and co-ordination of transport studies with key stakeholders for projects within the State Significant Rezoning Program, Major Project Assessments and technical support to ensure robust strategic planning decisions. Examples of recent and current projects include the NSW Government’s TOD Program, State-led rezonings at Kurnell Peninsula, West Schofields, Marsden Park North, and State-assessed rezonings for Leppington Town Centre and Moore Point.

You will provide transport planning and analytical support, assist with the management of technical advisors, and coordinate with project partners and stakeholders such as Transport for NSW and councils to identify and resolve integrated land use and transport issues.

For more information read the full Role Description

What you will bring to the role

• Proven knowledge of relevant planning legislation, transport planning guidelines and its practical application
• Proven experience in the field of land use and transport planning, transport impact assessment or similar
• Proven experience in stakeholder engagement and project management

Essential requirements

• Degree in environmental science or management, engineering, planning or other relevant discipline
• Willingness to travel and (minimum) Class C Driver Licence

About us

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities.

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.

Join us

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close Friday 1 August 2025 at 11:55PM.

For further information please contact the hiring manager Neill Miller via [email protected].

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via [email protected] or (02) 63637676 - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn