SENIOR URBAN PLANNER

Personnel Area: City Planning and Economic Development Services

Branch: Development Services

Salary Range: Band 6 $116,089 - $128,453 + 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).

Number of positions: 2

Location: Brisbane Square

Our Branch and Business 

Development Services branch is part of the City Planning and Economic Development Services Group at Brisbane City Council. Development Services facilitates high-quality, sustainable development outcomes for Brisbane, through efficient and professional development assessment and management processes, systems and practices.

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

As a Senior Urban Planner, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high‑quality development outcomes for one of Australia’s fastest‑growing capital cities. Working across planning services and development assessment, you’ll manage complex and high‑impact applications, provide expert planning advice, and apply sound professional judgement to shape Brisbane’s built environment. This role offers real influence - supporting city‑shaping decisions through assessment, negotiation, infrastructure charging, governance and appeal processes.

You’ll thrive in a collaborative, values‑driven public sector environment where your expertise is trusted and your decisions matter. With opportunities to exercise delegated authority, lead negotiations, mentor others and contribute to planning scheme development, this role is ideal for an experienced planner seeking meaningful work at scale. If you’re motivated by balancing growth, community outcomes and sound planning principles, this is a chance to make a lasting impact on Brisbane’s future.

To be successful you will have:

• strong experience assessing complex development applications, applying planning schemes, infrastructure charges and sound professional judgement
• well‑developed negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to influence outcomes and engage effectively with diverse stakeholders
• a solid understanding of planning legislation, policy and governance, with the confidence to provide clear, defensible advice and recommendations
• proven ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced, high‑accountability environment
• a collaborative, values‑driven approach, with the capability to mentor others and contribute to a high‑performing team.

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. 

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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.

This role will require a Criminal History Check and a tertiary qualification in Urban & Regional Planning (or similar).

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 18 March 2026 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.