Job Description
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About us
At Penrith City Council, we’re passionate about people; in our community and in our workplace. We want you to be able to be your best self and we get that work is just one part of your life, so we’re here to support you in the moments that matter. As the winner of the 2020 Local Government Excellence in People and Culture Award and an Excellence Award winner in the 2020 Australian HR Awards, you can be confident in joining a workplace that offers truly outstanding benefits, including:
A range of flexible work arrangements
18 weeks paid maternity leave
Health and wellbeing leave
15 days personal leave
Significant financial and leave support for undertaking further education
Diverse salary packaging
Free access to all Ripples venues
And much, much more!
Development Services is committed to ensuring that Penrith is a well-planned, balanced City that supports the housing, lifestyle, employment and other needs of our diverse, growing population. We are achieving this through quality and sustainable development outcomes. Our talented and dedicated team of planning and building professionals are responsible for development assessment, certification and fire safety. We are the heart of the New West and we’re building a City of the future… join us!
About the role
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Development Assessment Planner to join our team. In this role you will be responsible for the assessment of a wide range of development proposals and subdivision certificates, assist with customer enquiries, oversee the running and provision of advice at pre-lodgement meetings, mentor staff and provide expert evidence in the NSW Land and Environment Court.
Essential Criteria
A tertiary qualification in Planning
Demonstrated senior experience in the assessment and determination of a wide range of development applications and/or senior experience as a planning professional
Current Class C Driver’s Licence
Desirable Criteria
Previous experience in a NSW Local Government environment
Demonstrated ability to work within multidisciplinary teams
Commencing Salary: $103,+3+.00 with progression up to $120,314.00 per annum (based on demonstrated skill and experience), plus 11.5% Superannuation
Access to a Leaseback Vehicle or Motor Vehicle Allowance is available with this position; however, it is not a condition of employment.
You may be required to undertake background checks, as relevant to the position for which you have applied.
Visit careers.penrith.city to view the position description and to find out more information about employment with Penrith City Council. To submit your application, please apply online.
In addition to a cover letter and resume, applicants are required to submit comprehensive responses to the selection criteria (listed above) as a part of their initial application. Applicants who do not meet the essential criteria will not be considered.
Completed applications must be received by 11.55pm on 5 September 2026. Please allow 4 weeks from the closing date for the processing of your application.
For further information about the position, please contact Gavin Cherry, Development Assessment Coordinator on (02) 4732 8125.
Council is a Child Safe Organisation, for more information about this please see our website.
Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.
You must create an Indeed account before continuing to the company website to apply
About us
At Penrith City Council, we’re passionate about people; in our community and in our workplace. We want you to be able to be your best self and we get that work is just one part of your life, so we’re here to support you in the moments that matter. As the winner of the 2020 Local Government Excellence in People and Culture Award and an Excellence Award winner in the 2020 Australian HR Awards, you can be confident in joining a workplace that offers truly outstanding benefits, including:
A range of flexible work arrangements
18 weeks paid maternity leave
Health and wellbeing leave
15 days personal leave
Significant financial and leave support for undertaking further education
Diverse salary packaging
Free access to all Ripples venues
And much, much more!
Development Services is committed to ensuring that Penrith is a well-planned, balanced City that supports the housing, lifestyle, employment and other needs of our diverse, growing population. We are achieving this through quality and sustainable development outcomes. Our talented and dedicated team of planning and building professionals are responsible for development assessment, certification and fire safety. We are the heart of the New West and we’re building a City of the future… join us!
About the role
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Development Assessment Planner to join our team. In this role you will be responsible for the assessment of a wide range of development proposals and subdivision certificates, assist with customer enquiries, oversee the running and provision of advice at pre-lodgement meetings, mentor staff and provide expert evidence in the NSW Land and Environment Court.
Essential Criteria
A tertiary qualification in Planning
Demonstrated senior experience in the assessment and determination of a wide range of development applications and/or senior experience as a planning professional
Current Class C Driver’s Licence
Desirable Criteria
Previous experience in a NSW Local Government environment
Demonstrated ability to work within multidisciplinary teams
Commencing Salary: $103,+3+.00 with progression up to $120,314.00 per annum (based on demonstrated skill and experience), plus 11.5% Superannuation
Access to a Leaseback Vehicle or Motor Vehicle Allowance is available with this position; however, it is not a condition of employment.
You may be required to undertake background checks, as relevant to the position for which you have applied.
Visit careers.penrith.city to view the position description and to find out more information about employment with Penrith City Council. To submit your application, please apply online.
In addition to a cover letter and resume, applicants are required to submit comprehensive responses to the selection criteria (listed above) as a part of their initial application. Applicants who do not meet the essential criteria will not be considered.
Completed applications must be received by 11.55pm on 5 September 2026. Please allow 4 weeks from the closing date for the processing of your application.
For further information about the position, please contact Gavin Cherry, Development Assessment Coordinator on (02) 4732 8125.
Council is a Child Safe Organisation, for more information about this please see our website.
Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.
You must create an Indeed account before continuing to the company website to apply
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Development Assessment Planner position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Penrith offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.