Division/Section: Planning, Environment & Lifestyle / Planning & Development

Position Type: Permanent Full Time (9 day fortnight, 36.25 hours/week)

Salary Range: LGO3-5 ($78,412 - $99,181 per annum + superannuation) based on skills, qualifications and experience

Location: Townsville

Application Close: 11:45pm, Sunday 1 November 2026.

About the Role:

Join a collaborative planning team where you'll play a key role in shaping development outcomes across Townsville. Working alongside planners and other specialists, you'll assess development applications, provide planning advice to a range of stakeholders, and contribute to decisions that support responsible growth and vibrant communities. This is a great opportunity to build your expertise across a broad range of planning and development assessment activities while making a tangible impact on the city.

You'll work in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment that encourages professional growth, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Whether you're liaising with applicants, responding to planning enquiries, preparing reports, or contributing to innovative planning solutions, you'll be part of a team committed to delivering excellent customer service and positive outcomes for the community.

About you:

We're looking for someone who is passionate about planning, enjoys working collaboratively, and is committed to delivering great outcomes for customers and the community. You will bring:

- Qualifications in planning, local government, or a related field, or equivalent experience
- Knowledge of planning legislation, development assessment processes, and relevant regulations
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills




- A customer-focused approach with sound problem-solving abilities
- The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively in a team environment
- Experience preparing transparent, accurate documentation and reports
- Proficiency using Microsoft Office and business systems
- A commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement
- A current Queensland C Class Driver Licence

Townsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia. We’re committed to supporting our people through a strong focus on work–life balance, a positive and inclusive culture, and a shared passion for making a meaningful impact in our community.

We have a range of benefits that confirm this commitment:

- 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
- 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave
- 14 weeks paid Parental Leave
- Domestic and Family Violence Leave
- Natural Disaster Leave
- Annual wage progression
- Up to *13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members
- Salary Sacrifice opportunities
- Access to a range of learning and development opportunities, including on-the-job learning and formal training programs
- Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected health and wellbeing facilities
- Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses
- Employee Assistance Program





* The Council contribution to employees' superannuation for contributing employees shall be 13.5% of the employees' ordinary time earnings subject to the employee contributing a minimum of 6% of their ordinary time earnings.

Contact Person: Cassie

Contact Email: ••••@townsville.qld.gov.au

(for position enquiries only)

How to Apply

Your application can be submitted through the 'Apply' button. Please include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages), outlining how your skills, qualifications and experience would allow you to achieve success in this role. We also will require your resume which should confirm any licences and qualifications your hold.

For further information review the Position Description.

We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to apply!

All successful candidates are required to undergo drug and alcohol testing as part of the recruitment process. Please be aware Townsville City Council has a ‘zero tolerance’ policy to drugs and alcohol in the workplace.

If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact ••••@townsville.qld.gov.au or phone 07 •••• •004 for a confidential discussion.

📌 Planning Services Officer (Townsville)
🏢 Townsville City Council
📍 Townsville