Senior Project Officer Infrastructure Planning

Senior Project Officer Infrastructure Planning Join to apply for the Senior Project Officer Infrastructure Planning role at City of Parramatta . About The Role As the Senior Infrastructure Contributions Planner, you will lead a major review of the Council’s two Infrastructure Contributions Plans, covering the CBD and the whole Council area. This is a significant opportunity to shape the financial support and direction of the city’s community facilities, open space, cultural assets, traffic and transport. Responsibilities Use population and development trends to identify and plan likely infrastructure requirements for major growth precincts and infill areas. Work widely across Council to review the Infrastructure Contributions Plans in accordance with the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, and other relevant policies. Ensure plans comply with legislative requirements and are clear, comprehensive, effective and accurate. Prepare briefs and manage consultancies and associated budgets. Consult and engage with internal and external stakeholders and the community on contributions plans and related projects. Maintain the contributions register and statutory reporting requirements. Track progress of fund accumulation, collection and expenditure with the Finance team. Represent Council at meetings with applicants, landowners and external stakeholders. Prepare accurate and well‑presented reports for consideration by internal stakeholders and Council. About You The successful candidate will bring demonstrated experience in developing and/or reviewing Infrastructure Contributions Plans and related land use strategies. Relevant experience in a local government context is preferred. You will also bring Proven ability to analyse and provide clear, high‑level written and verbal advice and briefings on complex issues. High‑level organisational and time management skills. Strong analytical, creative thinking and problem‑solving skills. Ability to prioritise and drive outcomes and deliver projects within established timeframes and commitments. Qualifications You hold Tertiary qualifications in Town Planning, Finance, or a field closely related to infrastructure planning and funding in a local government context. What’s On Offer Term Contract Opportunity up to August 2026 We are offering an attractive remuneration from $121,367.67 to $133,651.15 plus 12% superannuation. Benefits Flexible work arrangements including hybrid WFH arrangements. 14 weeks paid parental leave. Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years. Central Parramatta location (public transport at our door, discounted parking). Significant leave benefits (up to 12 days flexi‑time, 3 additional leave days at Christmas, 15 days sick/personal leave, 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year). Learning and development opportunities. Health and wellbeing programmes (fitness passport, flu shots, etc.). How To Apply Candidates MUST apply online. Please attach a Cover Letter addressing the requirements of this role. Applications close 9 pm, Wednesday, 3 December 2025 and will not be accepted through any other medium. This position requires the preferred candidate to undergo a Criminal History Records check. A criminal history does not necessarily disqualify a prospective candidate from selection. The City of Parramatta supports a Drug and Alcohol‑free working environment and employees may be subject to random testing. Inclusion, Diversity and belonging lies at the heart of how we recruit at the City of Parramatta. We continue to commit to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experiences, and backgrounds. We invite candidates of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, women, ADF veterans, LGBTIQA+ and other culturally diverse groups. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier‑free recruitment process and supportive workplace. Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights in Australia to apply for this position. THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY OPEN TO CITY OF PARRAMATTA EMPLOYEES ONLY #J-18808-Ljbffr