Senior Landscape Assessment Officer

• Salary $109,513.56 to $127,034.96 p/a + super
• Permanent full time position – 35 hours per week
• Work from Home (WFH) options / Flexible Working Arrangements

About Ku-ring-gai Council

Located just 16km north of the Sydney CBD, Ku-ring-gai is known for its distinctive natural beauty, heritage character, and commitment to environmental sustainability.

As a Council, we aim to lead through innovation, uphold high development standards, and protect our unique local environment.

We are currently seeking a qualified and experienced Senior Landscape Assessment Officer to join our Development and Landscape Assessments team.

Reporting to the Team Leader Development & Landscape Assessments, your duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Undertake detailed landscape and tree assessments for development applications
• Prepare clear, concise, and legally robust reports and recommendations
• Provide expert advice to internal departments, applicants, and the public
• Investigate complaints and non-compliant works, and recommend mitigating measures
• Represent Council at Planning Panels, on-site inspections, and Land & Environment Court proceedings as required
• Ensure compliance with Council’s Environmental Management System Policy and Corporate Standards & Procedures on environmental management practices
• Mentor and support junior team members, contributing to a high-performing, collaborative team environment

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• Tertiary qualifications in Landscape Architecture or equivalent
• Current Class C Driver’s Licence
• OHS General Induction (White Card) for construction work in NSW
• 3–5 years of professional experience in development assessment and analysis
• Substantial experience in landscape architecture, urban design, and arboriculture
• In-depth knowledge of NSW planning legislation and local government frameworks
• Strong understanding of environmental management principles
• High-level written and verbal communication, including report writing and customer interaction
• Excellent negotiation and conflict resolution abilities

Benefits

• 35 hour working week
• Work from Home (WFH) options / Flexible Working Arrangements in line with Council’s Policy and subject to approval
• Novated Lease options available for private use vehicles
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Up to $100 Health & Fitness yearly reimbursement (conditional)
• Free confidential Employee Assistance Program
• Beautiful Ku-ring-gai Location
• Supportive team environment
• Access to a wide range of development and training opportunities

For more information on the benefits offered at Ku-ring-gai Council, please refer to our website click here.

*Council’s work from home policy allows up to 80% of hours to be worked from home.

How to apply

Applicants are required to address all Essential Criteria as listed within the Position Description to be eligible for an interview.

Like to know more? Contact Geoff Bird on 9424 0883

Closes: 11:30pm, Friday 26 September 2025

Ku-ring-gai Council is an equal opportunity employer