Development Approvals Planner

About the role

PSA Consulting is seeking a permanent Development Approvals Planner based in Brisbane, with 3-8 years' experience; alternative locations will be considered. The role covers development assessment projects in Queensland and New South Wales, from due diligence and planning assessments to preparing Environmental Impact Statements and Development Applications for major industrial, agribusiness and energy clients. It is a client-facing position supervising the delivery of technical tasks for a growing Development Assessment team.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare, lodge and facilitate approval services for development assessment projects in QLD and NSW
• Provide due diligence and independent planning assessment services
• Assist in preparing Environmental Impact Statements and Development Applications for major clients
• Build and maintain client relationships, contribute to bids and pursue opportunities
• Oversee technical and commercial project delivery against budget, quality, safety and timeframe
• Give direction and technical advice to the team and support a positive workplace culture
• Ensure compliance with regulations, schemes and guidelines and identify areas for improvement
• Work openly with assessing authorities to deliver approvals correctly the first time

Required profile

• Degree in Town Planning, Urban and Regional Planning or equivalent
• Professional accreditation and registration (e.g. Registered Planner) preferable
• 3-8 years' experience in development assessment planning in QLD or NSW (or both)
• Demonstrated experience managing development assessment processes and delivering approvals for clients
• Experience managing projects and delivering solutions in multi-disciplinary teams
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, leadership and delegation skills

Applicants apply through Seek or by email, with a cover letter linking their skills and experience to the role and stating their years of experience in development assessment.