EPM Projects is seeking to fill a planning consultancy role, and is looking for a driven, dynamic and passionate individual to be part of a hybrid-model team with genuine career development opportunities and competitive salary options.
Our projects range from state significant and major projects, to planning proposals, regional/local development, and planning pathway advice, for public, private and not-for-profit clients.
Planners from outside of the greater Sydney region within NSW are encouraged to apply, and will be well supported in this flexible team that embraces digital work environments.
We want the job to work for you!
You will be part of a team that looks after the client and looks after each other, within a supportive growth environment.
The Company:
Established in ****, EPM Projects is a privately owned and independent consultancy with expanded services covering development management, town planning, project management, building advisory and facilities management.
We have an impressive range and calibre of clients across multiple industry sectors, including education, aged care, social and affordable housing, non-profit, health, commercial and industrial, led by a highly skilled and well respected team.
With senior management actively involved, they pride themselves in maximising project outcomes for their clients through a solid commitment to innovation and team work, including informed and accurate advice.
The Position:
We are excited to be filling a planning consultancy role that could fit a range of experienced applicants.
You will be:
Involved in a range of projects as part of our team
Attending meetings and providing advice to clients
Receiving and providing mentoring to ensure knowledge and skills are shared




Growing your skills through training, and collaboration with your colleagues
Expanding your planning experience and pursuing professional interests
Experience with education, health, aged care and retirement living, and social and affordable housing development is desirable, as is experience with data centres, social impact assessment, visual impact assessment, community consultation and CPTED assessment.
We are seeking a Senior Planner with 5-8 years' experience, who will be accountable for a variety of work, including but not limited to:
Driving the delivery of projects to completion and managing client and authority expectations
Reviewing site constraints, development opportunities, permissibility and other relevant factors
Preparation of planning advice and provision of planning services for projects in NSW, including projects under local and State legislation
Understanding, interpreting and advising on the procedures and requirements of councils and state agencies
Preparation of planning documents including Planning Due Diligence Assessments, Statement of Environmental Effects, Modification Reports, Review of Environmental Factors, Environmental Impact Statements, Social Impact Statements, Staging Reports, Planning Proposals, and other relevant reports and assessments
Interaction with clients, local and state agencies,



consultants and other stakeholders relevant to delivering the above
Attending, leading and recording meetings with clients and government authorities
The position will report to and work with the Planning Senior Leadership Team.
The hybrid model of the team will involve work balanced between home and office (Chatswood CBD).
Planners from outside of the greater Sydney region within NSW are encouraged to apply, and will be well supported in this flexible team that embraces digital work environments, including support for travel and accommodation as required throughout the year.
The Person:
We are looking for self-motivated professionals with the following:
Degree (or near qualified) in Town Planning or related field
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel
A good understanding of the NSW Planning system
Ability to work within a team environment, supporting others and collaborating with others as well as being able to operate individually
Ability to liaise with clients, government and stakeholders
Commitment to providing a high quality service to clients
Motivation to establish career and undertake continued career development
Current NSW Drivers License (Class C) (preferred)
Australian Citizenship, Permanent Resident or holder of a visa with full working rights for Australia
Before Applying Please Note:
Please specify the experience you have that supports your application for a Senior Planner position
Be clear in your application about your experience, your capabilities, and your career ambitions
Be clear about any delay that may apply to your commencement
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