The opportunity

Take your career to the next level and become a leader in our region, with opportunities to mentor others, provide leadership within our team and gain management experience within the Directorate.

The right person

We’re looking for a planning professional with the drive to take their career and their skills to the next level and make a difference within a regional council where you will be involved in the assessment of major infrastructure projects; State significant agricultural activities; large industrial developments; housing subdivisions to support growth of our communities; and a range of residential, commercial and recreation developments.

Working as part of a team of professionals with well-developed skills and experience across a range of sectors, you will provide high quality planning and development services including strategic land use planning; development assessment; enforcement and regulatory services; education; and advisory services.

The role

The role provides opportunities to assess a wide range of development proposals; contribute to the development and implementation of planning, environmental and infrastructure strategies; review and improve development control documents, policies and procedures; and to mentor and guide other team members.

Opportunity exists to act in management roles within the Directorate, depending on your skills and interest. 

This recently created position will enable you to apply your skills as part of a supportive and experienced team. The Senior Town Planner position has extensive determination delegations and some financial delegations, recognising the seniority of the position and its contribution to achieving our goals.

Criteria

• Tertiary qualification in a relevant field and extensive demonstrated experience in Land Use Planning and Development Assessment in a Local Government environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the areas of Land Use Planning, including, Planning Proposals, Local Environmental Plan, Development Control Plans and Development Assessment.
• Proven ability to understand and assess complex technical issues, and write clear, concise reports that provide recommendations based on detailed assessment.
• Demonstrated experience in stakeholder management, including dealing with complex issues and an ability to negotiate and mediate on contentious matters. Capacity to work with and deliver agreed outcomes on behalf of internal and external stakeholders.
• Current and valid Class C Driver’s licence.
• Demonstrated ability to meet the capability requirements of this position as defined in the capability statement in the position description.

What we offer

• An opportunity for you to grow and develop your skills.
• The opportunity to explore a diversity of career paths.
• Fortnightly rostered days off.
• Be part of a team contributing to your local community.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Salary packaging through Maxxia.
• A supportive and inclusive workplace with a real focus on work/life balance.
• Long service leave entitlements after 5 years’ service

The appointment will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award and Council’s policies and conditions of employment.  The salary is commencing at $1,890.40 per week with progression up to $2,086.70 per week. Salary is negotiable depending on the successful candidates’ qualifications, experience, and skills. 

How to find out more

To find out more about this opportunity you can contact Jess McFarlane, Manager Planning and Development or the HR team on 02 6033 8999.

How to apply

Provide us with a cover letter telling us how you meet the criteria we have outlined above and also attach a resume detailing your work history, qualifications and skills.

To view the position description click here

Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on Tuesday, 9 June 2026.

You may apply through any of the following methods:

• Online: Select the 'Apply' button at the bottom of this page via our HR Management platform.

• Email: Send your application to jobs@federationcouncil.nsw.gov.au.

• By Mail: Send your application to Federation Council Human Resources, PO Box 77, Corowa NSW 2646.

Council is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We aim to recruit a diverse range of talented people to help us achieve our goals.

Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.