Principal Planner

Join to apply for the Principal Planner – Natural Hazards role at City of Moreton Bay Join City of Moreton Bay as a Principal Planner – Natural Hazards and help shape and enhance our communities for today and tomorrow. Base pay range A$120,000.00/yr - A$150,000.00/yr About the role Right now, we are looking for a highly experienced and passionate Principal Planner to join our Natural Hazards Planning Branch. This is a technical leadership role where you will influence how the City of Moreton Bay prepares for and responds to natural hazards and climate change. Your work will shape policies, strategies and projects that help inform where and how the City grows, ensuring people, property and the environment are protected and resilient. In this role, you will: Lead strategic planning initiatives focused on natural hazards planning and climate resilience, ensuring they align with legislative requirements and community needs. Deliver complex projects from risk‑based land use planning to major resilience and adaptation strategies, managing specialist teams and external consultants. Lead the preparation and implementation of risk assessment outcomes and their integration into Council’s broader policy and planning processes. Provide expert technical advice to internal teams, senior leaders, and external stakeholders on natural hazard risks, resilience, risk‑based land use planning and policy responses and adaptation planning. Develop and integrate policy frameworks that address flood, coastal erosion, stormtide inundation and other natural hazard risks into broader planning and development assessment processes. Engage with the community and stakeholders, representing Council at forums and consultations to build understanding and support for resilience initiatives. Act as a trusted advisor and advocate, influencing decisions and shaping the city’s approach to natural hazard management and climate adaptation. What we are looking for: You’re a strategic thinker with a passion for building resilient communities. You thrive on solving complex challenges and can turn technical insights into practical solutions. Here’s what will help you succeed in this role: Expertise in natural hazards and climate resilience with experience in strategic risk‑based land use planning, policy development and integrating resilience policies and strategies into broader planning frameworks. Knowledge of flood and coastal hazard risk assessments and resilience and adaptation planning within a strategic planning and policy context, is highly desirable. Proven ability to manage complex projects and lead multi‑disciplinary teams under tight deadlines. Legislative knowledge where you are confident in navigating federal, state, and local planning frameworks. Outstanding communication skills to simplify complex concepts, negotiate sustainable outcomes, and engage effectively with stakeholders. Degree in Urban and Regional Planning, Environmental Science, Climate Change Adaptation, Engineering (or similar) and a current “C” Class Driver’s Licence. Benefits We offer a range of benefits including a flexible schedule, professional development, and support for health and wellbeing. Find a better work‑life balance with a nine‑day (72.5‑hour) fortnight, plus a hybrid, flexible working environment with some work‑from‑home days. Advance your skills and career through our Study, Training and Research Scheme (STARS). Make your pay go further with salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation, and devices. Prioritise your health and wellbeing with discounted health insurance, free annual flu vaccinations and our Fitness Passport Program. Get support when you and your family need it most with our 24/7 confidential counselling service, leadership support hotline and Mates in Construction program. Our Caboolture office has local parking on site and is close to public transport networks, making for an easy commute. How to Apply Click on the 'Apply Now' button below to complete your online application. Please upload a current resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements for this role. You will also have the option to add a cover letter. Applicants will be required to undergo a National Criminal History Check. Contact For more details, please contact our Careers team at Follow us on LinkedIn for updates. City of Moreton Bay extends across the traditional lands of the Jinibara, Kabi Kabi, and Turrbal peoples, and we acknowledge and pay respects to our Traditional Custodians. We believe diversity of thought, background and experience creates better outcomes for our people and communities, and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr