Shape the future of one of NSW's most unique and diverse cities.
Join Lake Macquarie City Council and help shape out City's development.
As a Development Planner, you'll work on a diverse mix of development proposals — from waterfront projects to complex urban developments — and make decisions that leave a lasting impact.
You'll be backed by an experienced, supportive team, and have room to grow your planning career in a dynamic local government area.
LET'S EXPLORE THE ROLE
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated town planner to join our Development Assessment and Certificate team and work across a broad range of planning matters.
No two days are the same. You will assess a diverse mix of development proposals, provide expert planning advice, and collaborate with internal specialists, developers, and the community to deliver balanced and well-informed planning outcomes.
You'll be supported by experienced senior planners and leaders who value collaboration, professional growth, and strong decision-making.
In this role you will:
Assess and determine development applications across residential, commercial, industrial, tourism, rural, and environmental sectors
Contribute to projects considered by the Design Review Panel, Hunter and Central Coast Regional Planning Panel, and the elected Council
Provide professional town planning advice through our pre-development consultation service
Coordinate technical advice from internal specialists and external agencies
Support planning policy and proposal assessments
Support duty planner services and respond to customer enquiries
Read theposition statementhere and learn more about this exciting opportunity.
LET'S HEAR ABOUT YOU
You are a motivated and capable Town Planner experienced in development assessment who enjoys solving planning challenges and delivering outcomes.




You thrive in a fast-paced environment, and collaborate and communicate confidently with a range of stakeholders, and can balance competing priorities while making sound planning decisions.
You bring solid technical knowledge of the NSW planning framework and are comfortable interpreting legislation, policy, and planning controls to guide development outcomes.
You will bring:
ADegree or Graduate Diploma in Town Planning(or related discipline)
Demonstrated experience assessing development applications in accordance with relevant legislation in NSW
Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes in a fast-paced environment
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Excellent written communication and report writing skills
Ability to communicate planning matters clearly with a range of stakeholders
Commitment to delivering positive customer experiences
LET'S REVEAL THE PERKS
Competitive salary up to $1,881 to $2,186 per week + 12 % superannuation
Annual Enterprise Agreement pay increases apply
Commencing salary set in line with skills and experience with annual reviews available to support movement through the salary range
Leaseback vehicle option
35 hour working week with hybrid work model and flexible working hours
Weekly pay
Discounted corporate gym memberships from$10 per week
Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing initiatives
Social club and team events
Free on-site parking
Supportive,



collaborative team culture
Along with many otherperks that come from choosing Lake Mac!
CHOOSE THE LAKE MAC WAY
We know it is our people that will shape the future of our city. That's why we're passionate about providing a workplace that empowers our staff to be creative, innovative and bold. When you join the team at Lake Macquarie City Council, you're joining a group of people with a commitment to make our city even better. We're proud of our city and the work we do, and we know you will be too.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workforce. We believe that a diverse network of employees, which truly reflects the people it serves and represents, is best equipped to understand and meet the needs of our community. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, refugees and people with disability. We understand the skills and attributes veterans can bring to our Council.
LET'S START
For enquiries related to the duties of the role, please contact Amy Regado, Section Manager Development, on ************ or via email
Your experience throughout the application process matters to us. If you'd like feedback on your application or interview, don't hesitate to get in touch — we're here for you!
Please note that as part of Lake Macquarie City Council's recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be subject to a medical assessment which may include alcohol and other drugs testing.
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