Senior Strategic Planner

Here at CBCity

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.

The role

CBCity is looking for a Senior Strategic Planner – Urbanist to help create a beautiful and liveable city that our community loves.

In this key role, you’ll assess State Significant developments and rezoning proposals, contribute to planning and design policy, and support the ongoing review of Council’s planning framework.

You’ll bring strong technical expertise, a solid understanding of good design outcomes, and experience negotiating planning agreements that deliver lasting community value.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Develop, implement, and review Council’s planning policies, land use strategies, and planning instruments.
• Use technical expertise to solve complex planning and design challenges.
• Assess planning proposals and advise Council on their progression.
• Progress and assist with the preparation of Council initiated planning proposals.
• Lead the preparation and negotiation of Planning Agreements with applicants on behalf of Council for the best possible outcomes for betterment of Council and our community. Manage submissions and negotiations on complex State significant developments and infrastructure projects.
• Prepare consultant briefs and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects.
• Preparation and implementation of project plans to a lead multi-disciplinary team of Council staff to delivery projects.
• Improve urban planning processes and systems within Council.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders and support community consultation activities.
• Review and verify planning certificate information before issuance.
• Ensure safe work practices and manage health and safety risks.
• Handle general correspondence and other tasks as required.

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

You will have

• Tertiary qualifications in town planning, urban design, or related built environment fields.
• Current Class C driver’s licence.
• Proven experience collaborating in teams to address complex strategic planning challenges.
• Strong knowledge of planning legislation, state policies, and planning instruments.
• Familiarity with planning processes, including local environmental and development control plans.
• Experience managing planning projects with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines, and work within budgets.
• Understanding of State and local government, and private sector roles in planning.
• Proficient in electronic file management systems.
• Experience preparing, negotiating, and finalising Planning Agreements in government or private sectors.

Desirable, but not essential: qualifications or experience in Project Management, Urban Design, and/or Geospatial Information Systems (GIS) software. Experience working across both government and private sectors is also advantageous.

The salary range for this opportunity starts at $104,465 (Grade H, Step 1) + Super + Vehicle Allowance. Salary is negotiable dependent on skills and experience. 

What’s on offer

• 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 Patrick Lebon (Coordinator Strategic Assessments) at patrick.lebon@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

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 addressing the selection criteria within the position description and explaining your suitability for the role.

Applications close Wednesday 23 July 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 recruitment@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

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.