Location: Brisbane
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role:
Aspect Personnel has been engaged by an award-winning, employee owned firm in Brisbane who are trusted advisors across Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, Master Planning, Development Approvals and Community Engagement. They are seeking a Senior Town Planner to join their dynamic team, contributing to a wide range of development projects across education, commercial, health-care, tourism, sports & recreation and residential sectors. This is an excellent opportunity to lead high-impact developments while furthering your career within a collaborative environment with endless opportunities.
Technical Skills Required:
- Support the development strategy and manage planning applications.
- Draft application materials, correspondence, and reports.
- Engage and coordinate various consultants, ensuring project success.
- Understand and apply core and relevant legislation and statutory planning requirements.
- Undertake site investigations, due diligence, and provide general planning advice.
- Support the management of multiple projects at one time, ensuring delivery within scope and budget.
- Draft fee proposals, tenders, and contribute to financial oversight of projects.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, identifying new business opportunities where possible.
- Develop relationships with key stakeholders to drive project success.
- Mentor junior staff, providing guidance and supporting professional growth.
- Contribute to knowledge sharing across the team and organisation.
- Proven experience in town planning with a strong understanding of legislation, statutory requirements, and policy research.
- Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to liaise with clients, government bodies, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Experience managing projects, drafting proposals, and adhering to project budgets.
- A passion for mentoring and developing junior talent within a planning team.
- Strong problem-solving skills, with an analytical approach to resolving planning issues.
Our client offers a supportive and collaborative work environment with opportunities for career development and progression. You’ll be working on high-profile projects that shape communities and make a lasting impact.
Salary Range
Expect a competitive salary of $100,000 to $120,000 plus super + perks.
How to Apply:
If you are ready to take the next step in your career and make an impact, please send your CV and a cover letter to Mark Parrent at Aspect Personnel via m.parrent@aspectpersonnel.com.au or contact him on 0422 045 204 for a confidential conversation.
