Company description:

The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Council's in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 28 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 380,000 residents.

Job description:

The Role

The Forward Works Planner (Reporting) will support the Forward Works Team in planning, developing, and reporting on Council's forward capital works program. This includes managing Special Rate Variation and Development Contributions (s7.11 and s7.12) forward works plans, and contributing to infrastructure grant funding processes. You'll engage with stakeholders across multiple departments, contributing to multi-disciplinary projects involving consultation and negotiation.

*The opportunity will be offered on a Temporary full- time bases for up to 12 months

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Manage Development Contributions (s7.11/s7.12) and Special Rate Variation funding
• Liaise with key staff to develop long-term Development Contributions and Special Rate Variation works plans
• Prioritise works across Council under the Development Contributions and Special Rate Variation programs
• Develop methods for capturing, monitoring and measuring Development Contributions and Special Rate Variation outcomes
• Collate and analyse outcomes and expenditure quarterly and yearly and develop information for community and statutory reporting.
• Liaise with staff and key stakeholders to ensure that all needs are considered as part of the preparation and delivery of Council's capital works program, including the preparation of responses to project related correspondence and enquiries
• Provide advice and recommendations for senior management and Councillors on strategic and capital works issues.
• Prepare applications for grant funding as it relates to capital works projects, including liaison with stakeholders, and overseeing project delivery and reporting requirements.

*For a full list of duties, click here to review the position description.

You will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in economics, urban planning, social policy or environmental planning, or related discipline and / or relevant experience
• Current Class C Drivers licence.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience in developing strategic plans or policies
• Demonstrated high quality written and verbal communication
• Ability to make decisions and use judgement/problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to plan and organise own time to meet projected outcomes.

The salary range for this opportunity starts at $93,583 (Grade G, Step 1) + 12% super. Salary may be negotiable dependent on skills and experience.

What's in it for you?

• An Attractive Remuneration Package.
• Embrace a better work-life balance with our Accrued Time Off program, designed to prioritise your well-being and help you manage the balance between your personal and professional life.
• Contribute to making a positive impact on our community.
• An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.

For more information, please contact Rachel Symons at [email protected]

How to apply:

You will need to submit your application via the ‘Apply' button below and create a login using your email address and upload a;

• Resume; and
• Cover Letter explaining your suitability for the role with demonstrated examples of proficiency claimed.

Applications close on Sunday, 5 October 2025.

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at [email protected]

Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.

Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.