Principal, Frameworks

Together we shape thriving communities public spaces places and economies.

• As part of establishing the Development Coordination Authority (DCA) we invite at grade PO3 ongoing employees or temporary employees who have been comparatively assessed as PO3 to submit an expression of interest
• Lead highimpact planning reforms shaping NSW development outcomes.
• Ongoing full-time opportunity
• Office location based in Parramatta with flexible working supported
• Planning Officer (Professional) Level 3 salary ranges from $151227 to $176110 super

The Development Coordination Authority (DCA) has been established as part of the Department of Planning Housing and Infrastructure as the authoritative NSW Government source of technical input across the planning system. The Authority brings together a deep multi-disciplinary capability inside the planning department specialists in natural hazards environment heritage water transport and other disciplines and delivers it to decision makers to help shape development outcomes across NSW.

Joining the DCA presents a unique opportunity to help build and embed a new model for delivering technical input into the planning system working alongside DCAs specialists to provide coordinated expert advice and decisions that shape housing infrastructure and sustainable communities across the State.

The role

This role leads complex highpriority reform projects that simplify and strengthen the policy and legislative frameworks the DCA operates within. Youll take ideas from problem definition through to delivery working closely with systems policy and stakeholders to modernise planning practices remove decisionmaking barriers and improve development outcomes across NSW.

Working in a fastmoving highprofile environment youll balance diverse stakeholder interests while driving systemwide improvements that support housing priorities and longterm reform. The role calls for strong judgement deep planning expertise and the ability to turn evidence and data into practical changes that are understood adopted and sustained.

For more information read the full Role Description: Principal Frameworks

What you will bring to the role

• Strong problemsolving abilitiesto navigate complex challenges and evolving environments
• Outstanding stakeholder engagement skills fostering strong relationships and alignment
• Capable of driving outcomes while effectively involving stakeholdersthroughout the process
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written to convey ideas and influence others

What is an essential requirement:

• Degree qualification in a related relevant discipline

Eligibility Eligible employees are required to be at-grade or at an equivalent level; and either ongoing public service employees or fixed term employees who have been comparatively assessed at-grade.

About us

The Department of Planning Housing and Infrastructure(DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this we: create vibrant productive spaces and precincts; manage lands assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people communities and entities.

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace where your individual contributions are valued and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups practices flexible working offers job share and workplace adjustments.

Join us

If excited by the information above we look forward to receiving your application including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close at 11:55pm Sunday 24 May 2026.

Should you require further information about the role please contact André Szczepanski Director Agency Systems and Performance

To enhance your account security PageUp is introducing two-factor authentication (2FA). You can follow the step by step guide here. If you experience any issues please reach out on (02) - HR Support option 2 DPHI People Advisory option 1.

A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent skills and potential. Contact the Talent Team via or (02) - HR Support option 2 DPHI People Advisory option 1 and reference Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number.

Check out ourAboriginal applicants guideto assist with applying for the role or contact ourAboriginal Career pathwaysteam for a yarn.