Senior Strategic Planner
Canterbury Bankstown Council
6 months Contract
Up to $101 per hour + Super - 35 hours per week

We're looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Strategic Planner - Urbanist to join Canterbury Bankstown Council in the City Strategy & Design team. This is an opportunity to work on diverse and high-impact projects that shape the future of our city - from major rezonings and State Significant Developments to the creation of planning policies and strategies that improve liveability, sustainability, and design outcomes.

In this role, you will:

• Lead the assessment of complex planning proposals and planning policy reviews.
• Negotiate Planning Agreements to secure the best outcomes for our community.
• Contribute to the preparation, implementation, and review of land use strategies, planning instruments, and urban design policy.
• Represent Council's interests on State infrastructure and development projects.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, manage specialist consultants, and engage with community and government stakeholders.
• Prepare high-quality reports and advice for Council and the Local Planning Panel.

About you:

• Tertiary qualifications in town planning, urban design, or a related discipline (essential).
• Proven track record in strategic planning, policy development, and complex assessment work.
• Strong understanding of planning legislation, State planning policies, and the plan-making process.
• Demonstrated experience negotiating agreements and achieving positive community outcomes.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate, and build strong stakeholder relationships.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to balance competing priorities.

Why join?

You'll be part of a progressive organisation that values collaboration, innovation, and design excellence. Every day you'll work on projects that make a tangible difference to our community's future - in a city that values great places and spaces.

Contact Olivia Vince on 0406 560 343