Student Planner

Department Planning and Environment
Team Planning & Place
Employment Status Term Contract - up to 12 months
Employment Arrangement Full-Time, 35 hours per week with access to Council’s flexible working arrangements
Salary Range T7 $1,073.40 per week, plus 12% Superannuation.

Council Overview

Strathfield Council (Council) is a medium sized Council located in Sydney’s Inner West. The area of the Council comprises approximately 14 square kilometres and has an estimated population of 46,000 residents, which is growing at 2.5-3% annually. Based on NSW Government projections, the population will increase to over 80,000 by 2036.

About the Opportunity

Strathfield Council is seeking a Student Planner to join our team on a temporary, full-time basis, assisting in adding value to our blossoming Planning and Place team. The commencement for this role will be in January 2026.

Reporting to an experienced Executive Planner, Development Assessment, you will be tasked with:

• The assessment, appraisal, processing, and reporting of a variety of Development Applications and Modification Applications.
• Prepare reports and documentation to planning proposals.
• Providing accurate written and verbal advice regarding land use, zoning, planning legislation, Council policy and procedures.
• Meeting the needs of customers (internal and external), to project and promote the image of Council as an efficient, competent, and courteous organisation.
• Ensuring that all enquiries are answered in a timely manner, as per Council’s policies.
• Follow Council’s policies and procedures when carrying out work to ensure risks are managed. Report all incidents, risks, and issues to Executive Planner, Development Assessment in a timely manner.
• Other duties as directed by the Executive Planner, Development Assessment and Manager, Place & Place that are within the scope of your skills and training.

About you

Are you a student planner who has a passion for environmental planning and a desire to create a positive impact to the community? This is a perfect opportunity to gain valuable experience working in the local government sector.

Coming into Strathfield Council you will have the joy of working with a group of planners and business support professionals who know their stuff, are always willing to share advice and otherwise are a great bunch of people to work with.

Essential Requirements

• Currently studying at university and completing a relevant degree related to planning with a good academic record.
• Experience in dealing with a range of customers and providing quality customer service.
• Experience and ability to work in a team environment.
• Demonstrated experience in report writing.
• Ability to analyse planning reports and proposals with attention to detail.
• Excellent computer skills with the ability to use Microsoft applications.
• Effective time management skills.
• Ability to always handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Possession of a current, unrestricted NSW Driver Licence.

Staff Benefits

This position also offers:

• The ability to achieve a flexible, work-life balance with access to Council’s flexible working arrangements.
• Challenging and rewarding work which directly influences the future of the community.
• Ability to work a 35-hour work week.
• Access to a range of training opportunities and workshops
• Access to our Fitness Passport Program
• Access to our Health and Wellbeing Reimbursement Program
• A free lunch for all employees each quarter
• Access to our EAP program

Position Description

To Apply

Applicants can apply through our online application process:

1. Please fill out your details below, review and answer our designated questions.

2. On the next page attach any required documentation before concluding your application.

Please have the following documentation (preferably in PDF format) ready to upload prior to commencing your application

• Cover letter addressing the selection criteria
• Up to date CV/Resume
• Any relevant qualifications (qualifications scanned together in 1 document)
• Driver licence

If you have any questions about the role, please contact our People & Culture team via [email protected]

Applications Close at 11:59pm, Tuesday 26 August 2025