Principal Strategic & Development Assessment Planner
Reference Number: S100-26-649
Closing Date: 28/09/2026
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Title: Principal Strategic and Development Assessment Planner
Closing Date: 28 September 2026
Salary: Commencement annual salary range from $126,912.24 to $139,601.80 (Grade 21), plus superannuation and a fully maintained leaseback vehicle.
Employment Type: Permanent, (35 hours per week)
About Us
Griffith is located in the heart of the Wiradjuri Nation and is the regional centre of the Western Riverina. The area supports major industries including rice, cotton, poultry, almonds, wine grapes, cereal production, manufacturing, agriculture, construction and food processing. Our people choose to work here because they’re driven to make a meaningful difference in their local community and thrive in a supportive, flexible and collaborative environment.
About the Role
The Principal Strategic and Development Assessment Planner provides high-level strategic planning and development assessment expertise to support the future growth, development and sustainability of Griffith City Council.
The role is also responsible for assessing significant development applications and major projects, with due consideration given to social, economic and environmental impacts, as well as relevant statutory and regulatory requirements. The position will provide specialist planning advice and expertise to Council officers, stakeholders and the community and will support the understanding and application of strategic planning and development assessment principles, processes and legislative requirements.
The successful applicant will hold a degree in Town and Regional Planning, Urban and Regional Planning or a related discipline, together with a minimum of four years’ experience working at a senior professional level within local or state government and/or the private sector. Demonstration experience in strategic planning and development assessment, together with a sound understanding of relevant planning legislation, policy and statutory processes, will be highly regarded.
Please include copies of all relevant licences, qualifications and supporting documentation with your application.
About You
You’re a collaborative team player who values respect, integrity and shared success. You build strong relationships, communicate openly, and contribute to a positive and inclusive workplace. You take pride in your work, approach challenges with a solution-focused mindset, and are motivated to make a meaningful contribution to your community.
What Griffith City Council Offers
Application Information
Applicants are required to undergo a rigorous employment screening process, which includes reference, identity, credential, and/or medical history checks. It may also include a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and a NSW Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to the successful clearance of all checks.
Only those with current rights to work in Australia may apply.
Additional Information
For any questions about the role, please contact Joe Rizzo on 1300 176 077.
Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Child Safe Organisation committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, members of the LGBTIQIA+ community, people of all ages, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Applicants with disability are encouraged to request reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
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Yearly based
1 Benerembah Street, Griffith NSW 2680
1 Benerembah Street, Griffith NSW 2680
