Sydney

City Planning/Planning Assessments/City Planning, Development & Transport

Full Time/Permanent

$129,721 - $147,426 per annum plus superannuation

Caring for our city, creating a future for all

Our people are passionate about their communities and connected to their teams. They’re motivated by our genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, and our clear, compelling plan for our global city: Sustainable Sydney 2030 – 2050 Continuing the Vision.

Be part of a purpose-led organisation with care at its core. You’ll make a difference by acting in the best interests of our communities and city. Be better together with collaborative and inclusive partnerships. Embrace possibilities and be open to new ideas and creating bold solutions.

About the role

An exciting opportunity is available for a qualified and experienced surveyor to join our professional Planning Assessments Team. The team advises the public, applicants and land owners on development applications. These applications range from the small scale such as alterations, additions and changes of use to major residential and commercial development proposals.

You’ll be responsible for the efficient and effective assessment of subdivision related applications, and other small scale development related applications as needed, and providing expert advice to ensure planning and development proposals meet statutory requirements, and the City of Sydney’s policies and objectives.

We're looking for someone with:

registration by the NSW Board of Surveying and Spatial Information as a Registered Land Surveyor or be eligible for such registration

university degree in Surveying (Land) or equivalent (must be a NSW Board of Surveying and Spatial Information recognised qualification)

demonstrate thorough knowledge and understanding of the Surveying and Spatial Information Act 2002, the Surveying and Spatial Information Regulation 2024 and the Surveyor General’s Directions

experience in the assessment and resolution of complex subdivision and legal issues associated with applications for development applications, subdivision certificates and strata certificates, preferably in local government.

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This role has the option of a rostered day off each month, known as a 19-day month.

The recommended applicant must complete a pre-employment health declaration and criminal history check.

Applications must be submitted online by 11:59pm, Wednesday 1 October 2025.

For more information, contact Nicola Reeve, Area Planning Manager (Major Projects) on 02 9265 9961.

What we can offer you

You’ll work with passionate, welcoming and supportive people who care for our communities and create a future for all.

Flexible working

3 days of care and cultural leave each year for health and wellbeing activities, cultural and religious days or events of significance

Collaborative approach to flexible working

City centre head office, with many public transport options.

Professional development

Leadership and management development program

Further education program providing reimbursement of course fees, and study and exam leave

Opportunity to attend external courses and conferences

Long service and employee recognition awards

Employee assistance program offering free, confidential counselling

Supporting families

26 weeks paid parental leave and 6 weeks paid partner leave

Paid and unpaid adoption and long-term fostering leave

Paid superannuation for up to 52 weeks of parental leave

Part-time and job-sharing options available

Supportive return-to-work environment

Inclusive culture

Recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia

Active employee networks including City Women, City Pride, DiverseCity and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander network

Recognised family inclusive workplace

Veteran employment supporter

Find out why a career at the City of Sydney might be right for you.

How to apply

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds in a workplace as diverse as our communities. We’re passionate about gender balance, with an executive team two-thirds female and half of leadership roles held by women.

All applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, veterans and people of diverse sexualities and genders, are encouraged to join us.

We’re a disability confident recruiter. If you identify as a person with disability and require support for your application or the recruitment process, contact us at [email protected] or 02 9265 9333.

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