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Job Description
Together we shape thriving communities public spaces places and economies.
- 12-month program with the possibility for extension
- Multiple opportunities commencing early Feb 2026
- 35 hours per week (Mon-Fri)
- Parramatta office location with flexible working arrangements
- Salary is $61736 per annum superannuation
Are you in your 3rd year of your planning degree and looking for relevant hands-on experience to kick start your career
This is a rare opportunity to work alongside some of the countrys most experienced community planners on interesting and diverse projects in an innovative and challenging team this role you will have exposure to Growth & Design Policy and Strategy as well as a range of Planning Services.
This is a hands-on role where you will undertake program support tasks to contribute to the development and implementation of planning projects policies local and regional strategies and plans. This includes preparing and reviewing local environmental plans carrying out environmental impact and development proposal assessments and participating in field work and site inspections. You will also respond to customer and stakeholder enquiries and provide planning advice to stakeholders.
About you
To be eligible to apply for temporary employment within the Department of Planning Housing & Infrastructure students must be in their third year of completing a Planning Degree and be an Australian citizen or have the status of permanent residence in Australia. This role is 12 months temporary employment with the possibility for extension.
What you will bring to the role
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
- Strong problem-solving abilities
- Administration skills (such as Microsoft Word EXCEL)
- Time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and competing demands
- Teamwork and collaboration skills with a willingness to contribute to group efforts
Essential Requirements
- Must be currently studying at university and completing a Planning degree
- A good academic record
- There may be a requirement to travel for regional roles which will require a Class C Drivers Licence.
For more information read the full Role Description
About us
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 building 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.
To Apply
If excited by the information above we look forward to receiving your application you will be required to
- Attach your resume (maximum of 4 pages)
- Attach a cover letter (maximum of 1 page)
- Submit your academic results
Applications close Sunday 10 August 2025 at 11:55PM. Contact Kylie Ellis for further details.
A recruitment 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
Role Description
Required Experience:
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Employment Type
Full-Time
