Job Reference: req80
Employment type: Permanent, Full-time
Applications close: 08/11/2026

At Singleton Council, our employee promise is simple: ADD VALUE. BE VALUED.

As an employee of Singleton Council, you will join an engaged, safe, sustainable and performing (ESSP) workforce who work collectively to create community. Singleton Council has a long and proud history. From our agricultural foundations to our abundant natural resources, we are more than just New South Wales’ largest producer of coal. Singleton has developed into the economic beating heart of the State and a centre of industry, heritage, tourism and community. Here at Council, we offer a wide range of services, supporting our community vision to be vibrant, progressive, connected, sustainable and resilient. We’re committed to providing an environment where everyone has the opportunity to contribute their unique skills and expertise to make a meaningful impact, while also recognising and appreciating your valuable contributions and ensuring you feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

ADD VALUE - THE ROLE

Are you passionate about creating vibrant, sustainable and well-planned communities? Join Singleton Council as a Strategic Landuse Planner and play a key role in guiding the growth and development of our region.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on projects that directly influence the long-term sustainability, liveability and prosperity of our community. From strategic planning and policy development to stakeholder engagement and community planning, your work will help shape how Singleton evolves for generations to come.

In this role, you will provide expert planning advice and contribute to projects that support the long-term vision for the Singleton LGA. Working across a broad range of strategic planning matters, you will help deliver sustainable growth and development while balancing community, environmental and economic priorities.

Key Responsibilities:

- Assess and process LEP and DCP amendment proposals.





- Prepare strategic planning studies, reports, strategies and policy documents.

- Provide professional advice on strategic land use planning matters.

- Analyse land use and development data to support planning decisions.

- Engage with stakeholders, government agencies, consultants and the community.

- Contribute to planning projects involving urban design, environmental protection, heritage conservation, transport planning, infrastructure funding, and flood and bushfire risk management.

- Prepare reports, presentations and correspondence for a range of audiences.

- Maintain planning information systems and support continuous improvement initiatives.

This is a varied and rewarding role offering exposure to urban and regional planning, policy development, stakeholder engagement and strategic projects that have a lasting impact on the future of our community.

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

- Tertiary qualifications in Town Planning, Urban and Regional Planning or a related discipline.

- Sound knowledge of planning legislation, strategic planning principles and local government processes.

- Strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

- The ability to manage competing priorities and produce high-quality work.

- A collaborative approach and commitment to delivering positive outcomes for the community.

This position is offered on a Permanent, Full-time basis working 35 hours per week.



Remuneration package for this position is based on Grade 13 of Council's Salary System Protocol which equates to a TRP of $141,791 - $156,853 per annum consisting of a base salary of $107,703 - $121,152 per annum plus superannuation and a generous vehicle allowance of $18,895.

BE VALUED - THE REWARD

Your wellbeing benefits include:

- Swell Program (Safe + Well at Singleton Council)
- Health + Wellbeing Leave
- Fitness Passport
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Annual Flu Vaccinations + Skin Checks

Your flexible work benefits may include:

- Work from home
- Rostered Day Off
- 9-day fortnight
- 4-day week

Your leave benefits include:

- Concessional Leave between Christmas and New Year
- Annual Leave
- Sick + Carer’s Leave
- Long Service Leave after 5 years
- Purchase of Additional Annual Leave
- Parental Leave
- Domestic + Family Violence Leave
- Health + Wellbeing Leave

Your development benefits include:

- Training Courses + Career development
- Education Assistance
- Leadership Development Program
- Emerging Leaders Program
- 'Grow our Own' Program

Your reward + recognition benefits include:

- ESSPecialist Program Awards
- Service Awards
- Be Valued Recognition Program

WANT TO KNOW MORE?
To find out about all the amazing things Singleton Council is doing to add value to our community click here to explore our webpages.
Do you want to be valued at Singleton Council? Click here to check out our careers page and to see what is on offer.

For further information regarding this role please see the position description here.

INTERESTED?
For a confidential conversation about this exciting opportunity contact Emily Riley - Strategic Planning Coordinator on 02 6578 7594.

To be eligible for this role you MUST have the Right to Work in Australia.

Singleton Council is committed to protecting children from harm. We require all applicants who will be working with children to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE 08/11/2026.

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