Sutherland Shire Council

Infrastructure Project Planner (Planning and Design)

Infrastructure Project Planner (Planning & Design)

• Lead the planning and design of an exciting and diverse range of public infrastructure projects spanning open space, buildings, transport facilities, marine structures, and the public domain.
• Work closely with key stakeholders and our community to deliver well-planned, high-quality community infrastructure and facilities.
• Apply Council strategies and innovative solutions to ensure community needs are met now and into the future.
• Join a dynamic team committed to design excellence, community wellbeing, and making our Shire a vibrant place to live, work and visit!

About Sutherland Shire Council

Sutherland Shire is a unique part of greater Sydney – iconic beaches, stunning coastline, vibrant town centres, and incredible national parks, all just 26 km from the CBD. We’re home to a thriving and connected community of over 230,000 people, who celebrate culture and diversity, and value our incredible open spaces and active lifestyles.

The Opportunity

It’s a great time to be part of Sutherland Shire Council. We have a newly appointed and energetic Executive Leadership Team who are working with our staff and elected Council to take Sutherland Shire to the next level.

As an Infrastructure Project Planner you will have a pivotal role in shaping the future of our community, leading the strategic planning and design of infrastructure projects that align with the long-term development, sustainability, and strategic goals of Council. You will be responsible for managing the planning and design phases of capital projects, engaging with stakeholders and providing expert advice. In addition to built infrastructure, your experience in place making will equip you to successfully deliver projects including masterplans, plans of management, feasibility studies, and strategic business cases.

Your leadership will inspire cross-divisional teams as you navigate the complexities of planning and design development in a local government environment. Your expertise in planning and design management will ensure that community facilities continue to make the Shire a great place to live for generations to come.

Candidate Profile

We are seeking a results-driven professional with a strong background in urban planning, landscape architecture, architecture or project design management. Your ability to navigate complex project environments and deliver exceptional outcomes will set you apart.

• Tertiary qualifications in urban planning, landscape architecture, architecture, building, project management, engineering, or a related field.
• Proven leadership skills and experience in initiation, planning and design development of a diverse range of infrastructure projects within a complex and dynamic environment;
• Demonstrated experience in the development of strategic documents including masterplans, site development/precinct plans, feasibility studies, business cases, etc.
• Highly developed analytical, project management and organizational skills with proven ability to assess risks and develop timely, innovative solutions to meet project deadlines and objectives.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills to engage effectively with stakeholders and our community.

Join our Team and Grow with Us!

If you want to make a difference and be part of a challenging and rewarding working environment, then joining us just might be the right career move for you!

At Sutherland Shire Council we do more than serve our community – we are our community. Our energy can be seen in everything we do. From having a can-do attitude, to embracing change and opportunities, being people-centred and working together as one.

• Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
• Get your application in by 11.59pm: Monday 2 February 2025
• Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated within 2 weeks of closing date.
• Package: $104,000 - $120,000 gross p.a. plus 11.5% superannuation. (Salary will be determined based on the skills and experience of the successful applicant)
• Hours of work: Permanent Full Time 35 hours per week with option of 19 day month flex time arrangement.
• To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, corporate membership to our leisure centres, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.  In addition, we offer generous leave provisions, including an additional 7 days of personal leave, to support your work-life balance. 

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-19 Vaccination), and may also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Reach out to Elveena Tahir - etahir@ssc.nsw.gov.au for any job specific enquiries.
Breanna Rivers brivers@ssc.nsw.gov.au , Talent Acquisition Business Partner, can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.

Click on the link to check out the Position Description (Please note this role is internally titled Project Manager) 

Council has a strong focus on physical and psychological safety in the workplace. Each role at Council has been professionally and independently assessed to understand the level of physical and psychological risk and demand involved in the role.