Senior Statutory Planner

Parramatta, NSW
$75.54-83.24 per hour
Contract
Full-time

1 month ago

We are currently recruiting for 2 x Senior Statutory Planners to join our client, a NSW Government agency based in Parramatta. These are contract roles running until 06/07/2026, offering a pay rate of $75.54 – $83.24ph + super for 40 hours per week. A flexible working arrangement is in place, with 50% office attendance required monthly and Tuesdays and Thursdays in the office each week.About the Role
Reporting to the Manager, Assessments you will work within one of two planning teams, each led by a Team Leader and comprising six planners. You’ll be responsible for assessing development proposals, preparing planning documentation, and contributing expert input throughout the design development process. The role involves managing a portfolio of 10–15 projects, primarily focused on construction, with occasional travel.Key Accountabilities

Assess development applications and proposals, including those under Part 5 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act.
Prepare planning documentation such as assessment reports, Statements of Environmental Effects (SEE), and Reviews of Environmental Factors (REF).
Provide strategic planning input across residential projects during the design development phase.
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure planning compliance and project alignment.
Manage a diverse range of projects including asset upgrades, change of use programs, and subdivisions.

Key Requirements

Minimum 5 years’ experience in planning, ideally with a strong background in assessment.
Experience in local government or consultancy environments preferred.
Familiarity with Part 5 planning pathways and self-assessment processes.
Subdivision experience highly regarded.
Ability to start ASAP preferred, though a 4 week notice period will be considered.

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to impactful residential development projects across NSW. If you meet the above criteria, please submit your resume by clicking on the 'APPLY' button below or contact Gary Ward on 02 9269 8809 for a confidential discussionAt Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community. You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusionShare this jobInterested in this job?Save JobCreate as alertSimilar JobsSCHEMA MARKUP ( This text will only show on the editor. )We're an Award Winning Recruitment Agency2025 Winner Excellence in Safety CultureRCSA Awards2024 Platinum Sustainability RatingEcovadis2024 Social Enterprise CertificationSocial Traders2024 Client Service of the Year FinalistAPSCo Awards2024 Compliance Team of the Year FinalistAPSCo Awards2024 RPO of the Year FinalistAPSCo AwardsPart of RGF Staffing ANZ, Chandler Macleod, We Get People.sRecruitment ServicesIndustriesChandler Macleod acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country. We pay our respects to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to elders past and present, whose land we stand upon today.© Chandler Macleod 2025 All rights reservedSite Configuration::: Edit Site Configuration Preview Upload Dialog Preview Loading Dialog Preview Alert Dialog Preview Toast Message

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