About Us
Griffith is located in the heart of the Wiradjuri Nation and is the regional centre of the Western Riverina. The area supports major industries including rice, cotton, poultry, almonds, wine grapes, cereal production, manufacturing, agriculture, construction and food processing. Our people choose to work here because they're driven to make a meaningful difference in their local community and thrive in a supportive, flexible and collaborative environment.
About the Role
The Principal Strategic and Development Assessment Planner provides high-level strategic planning and development assessment expertise to support the future growth, development and sustainability of Griffith City Council.
The role is also responsible for assessing significant development applications and major projects, with due consideration given to social, economic and environmental impacts, as well as relevant statutory and regulatory requirements. The position will provide specialist planning advice and expertise to Council officers, stakeholders and the community and will support the understanding and application of strategic planning and development assessment principles, processes and legislative requirements.
The successful applicant will hold a degree in Town and Regional Planning, Urban and Regional Planning or a related discipline, together with a minimum of four years' experience working at a senior professional level within local or state government and/or the private sector. Demonstration experience in strategic planning and development assessment, together with a sound understanding of relevant planning legislation, policy and statutory processes, will be highly regarded.
Please include copies of all relevant licences, qualifications and supporting documentation with your application.
About You
You're a collaborative team player who values respect, integrity and shared success.



You build strong relationships, communicate openly, and contribute to a positive and inclusive workplace. You take pride in your work, approach challenges with a solution-focused mindset, and are motivated to make a meaningful contribution to your community.
What Griffith City Council Offers
Flexible working arrangements that enable our people to balance professional success with personal wellbeing
Stable, secure employment within a trusted and resilient organisation
Generous leave provisions, including long service leave after 5 years and MyLeave
Work in collaborative, respectful teams where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed
Experience a broad range of compelling and impactful work that keeps your role engaging and rewarding.
Ongoing learning and career development
Relocation assistance, including The Welcome Experience | NSW Government
Salary packaging options
Educational assistance programs
Application Information
Applicants are required to undergo a rigorous employment screening process, which includes reference, identity, credential, and/or medical history checks. It may also include a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and a NSW Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to the successful clearance of all checks.
Only those with current rights to work in Australia may apply.
Additional Information
For any questions about the role, please contact Joe Rizzo on ************.
Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Child Safe Organisation committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, members of the LGBTIQIA+ community, people of all ages, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Applicants with disability are encouraged to request reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
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📌 Principal Strategic & Development Assessment Planner (Wagga Wagga)
🏢 Griffith City Council
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