An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Junior Planner / Assistant Development Manager to join a highly regarded and well-established property developer with a strong reputation for delivering premium residential and mixed-use developments across New South Wales.

For more than three decades, our client has been creating thoughtfully designed developments that combine architectural excellence, functionality, and enduring quality. With an integrated team of development professionals, designers, consultants, and construction specialists, they are recognised for delivering projects that enhance communities and create lasting value.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious planning or development professional seeking hands‑on exposure across the full development lifecycle while working alongside experienced industry leaders.

In the role as Junior Planner / Assistant Development Manager, you will be:

Reporting directly to the Head of Planning, you will play a key role in supporting the planning and development functions across a diverse portfolio of projects. You will gain exposure to development approvals, stakeholder engagement, consultant coordination, feasibility input, and project delivery, providing an excellent platform for long‑term career growth within the property development industry.

In the role as Junior Planner / Assistant Development Manager, here are your key responsibilities:

Prepare and coordinate Concept Development Applications and Detailed Development Applications

Assist with the preparation and submission of Complying Development Certificate (CDC) applications

Navigate planning and approval pathways across various local government areas

Review planning controls, policies,



and legislation to provide strategic planning advice

Liaise with local councils, government agencies, planners, and assessment officers

Respond to requests for additional information and address stakeholder concerns throughout the approval process

Prepare Statements of Environmental Effects (SEE) and planning reports

Assist with modification applications and assess planning conditions against project objectives

Analyse development opportunities, site constraints, and planning risks

Coordinate consultants, architectural documentation, and supporting reports

Participate in pre‑lodgement meetings with councils and authorities

Manage planning portal submissions and approval documentation

Assist with post‑approval compliance and condition management during construction

Contribute to feasibility assessments and identify opportunities to enhance project outcomes

Support the broader development team across project delivery activities

In the role as Junior Planner / Assistant Development Manager, you will have opportunities to gain experience in and exposure to:

Design competitions and design review processes

Sydney Planning Panel and Design Review Panel presentations

Interactions with government agencies and statutory authorities

Land and strata subdivision processes

Construction Certificate (CC)



and Occupation Certificate (OC) approvals

Public domain and subdivision works coordination

Planning appeals and court‑related matters when required

State Significant Development (SSD) projects (highly regarded)

Work directly alongside experienced development and planning professionals

Exposure to premium residential, mixed‑use, and commercial projects

Broad involvement across the full development lifecycle

Career development opportunities within a growing and respected organisation

Collaborative, supportive, and forward‑thinking team culture

Opportunity to contribute to projects that shape communities and urban environments

In the role as Junior Planner / Assistant Development Manager, we require you to have the following skills and experience:

- A tertiary qualification in Urban Planning, Property Development, Architecture, Town Planning, or a related discipline

1–3 years’ experience within planning, development, consultancy, local government, or a related property environment

Sound understanding of the NSW planning framework

Experience using the NSW Planning Portal

Robust written communication skills with the ability to prepare planning reports and supporting documentation

Excellent stakeholder management and relationship‑building abilities

Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

A proactive mindset and genuine interest in property development and planning

If you’re looking to build a long‑term career in planning and development and want exposure to high‑quality projects within an established property group, we’d love to hear from you.

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📌 Junior Planner | Assistant Development Manager | Sydney (New South Wales)
🏢 Mega Recruitment
📍 New South Wales