INTERNAL ONLY - URBAN PLANNER

Personnel Area: City Planning and Economic Development Services

Branch: Development Services

Salary Range: Band 5 $98,778 - $111,969 + Superannuation

(Remuneration stated is for the full-time positions)

Work type: Temporary Full-time

Duration: Up to 2 years (Extension/s thereafter but not guaranteed)

Location: Brisbane Square

Our Business and Branch

City Planning and Economic Development Services develops strategic planning policy, economic strategies, quality urban design creative outcomes and key legislation including the Brisbane City Plan 2014. Monitoring Brisbane’s growth under the Brisbane City Plan 2014 and South East Queensland Regional Plan is critical for making the future of the city happen, aligned to the themes of Brisbane Vision 2031. 

Our purpose is to help create a future Brisbane, embracing its inherent qualities while sustainably growing and shaping the city’s unique identity – its liveability, character, economy and environment.

The Role

The Urban Planner position within Brisbane City Council’s City Planning and Sustainability division plays a key role in delivering sustainable planning and development outcomes. The role involves assessing development applications, providing technical planning advice, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and Council policies. It requires strong customer service skills to liaise with internal teams, external stakeholders, and the development industry, while balancing community needs and regulatory requirements.

This position offers opportunities to work across Planning Services and Development Assurance sections. Responsibilities include managing low-to-medium risk applications, preparing reports and recommendations, participating in court-directed mediations, and using electronic systems for application reviews. The role demands proactive professional development and collaboration to achieve operational targets and maintain high standards of service delivery.

To be successful you will have:

• Experience in applying best practice in planning, built environment, infrastructure, and/or environmental disciplines
• Strong ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation, policies, and processes
• Proven skills in managing workloads and competing priorities effectively
• Well-developed interpersonal and negotiation skills to influence outcomes in complex environments
• High-level proficiency in written communication and commonly used computer systems.

 Benefits of working for Council include:

• flexible working hours, and flexible arrangements
• free gym and wellness centre
• award winning superannuation fund
• generous leave provisions
• competitive salary. 

Benefits of working for Council: CLICK HERE

How to apply:  Click on the 'I’m interested' button to complete your online application. Please upload your tailored resume and covering letter (of no more than one page) demonstrating your suitability to the position.

*Eligibility for internal only roles includes external applicants who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and/or as a person living with a disability. Applicants from these groups are required to complete the diversity and inclusion questions on the application form to enable Council to determine eligibility.

This role will require a Criminal History Check.

For more information: Please call Andrew Mead on 07 3403 0002.

People from diverse backgrounds, including those living with a disability and/or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, who may have questions about the recruitment process or working at Council, are encouraged to reach out to the contact above, who can connect you with a member of Council’s Diversity and Inclusion team.

Application Closing Date: Wednesday 3 December 2025 at 11:55pm AEST.

Brisbane City Council is a multi-award winning accessible and inclusive workplace where our people represent the diverse communities we serve, are supported, and can feel safe. Council has been awarded Employer of the Year at the National Disability Awards and has been recognised multiple times with ‘Gold Employer’ status from the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTI inclusion. #LI-DNI