Be passionate. Be progressive. Hawkesbury City Council. Great Team Culture Rostered day off – 9 day fortnight Leaseback Vehicle Option On-Site Parking Fitness Passport Option Workplace flexibility Hawkesbury City Council is the largest local government area in metropolitan NSW covering 2,800 square kilometres, incorporating both urban and rural communities. We are committed to working together to deliver outcomes for the community through innovation and best practice. Hawkesbury City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ community, veterans and people with disabilities. The Role Reporting to the Manager Development Assessment and based in Windsor NSW, the purpose of this position is to efficiently and effectively process a wide range of development and associated applications submitted to Council under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, Local Government Act 1993 and related legislation in accordance with Council’s policies and procedures. Our Team and Culture Here at Hawkesbury Council, we recognise that our people are at the heart of everything we do and we are proud of the team culture we have built and continue to build on. When joining us, you will be welcomed by a fresh and energetic team who live our team member values in all aspects of their work. Our core values at Hawkesbury are Healthy, Efficient, Accountable, Respectful and Team Focused. About You You will have the ability to resolve issues through effective mediation, negotiation and problem solving and have well developed written and verbal communication skills. You will demonstrate a strong background and commitment to quality customer service with a proven ability to positively impact and contribute to a team environment and work collaboratively to reach common outcomes. Essential Criteria Tertiary qualifications in Town Planning or a related discipline Extensive relevant experience in development assessment including complex and/or contentious developments Comprehensive knowledge of the Environment Planning and Assessment Act 1979 and Local Government Act 1993 and associated legislation and regulations as they relate to development assessment Proficient using computers and computer applications Class C Drivers Licence WHS General Construction Work in NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) The Rewards An attractive salary will be offered to the successful applicant commensurate with qualification, skills, and experience. Great working environment Fortnightly Rostered Day Off Paid Parental Leave Flexible work arrangements Tertiary Education Assistance Health and Wellbeing Program Long Service Leave after 5 years Training and Development Opportunities Employee Reward and Recognition program Fitness Passport Option Social Club - BBQs, Christmas parties, raffles and activities Employee Assistance Program for employees and their family To Apply For further position details, including the selection criteria and how to apply, visit our website www.hawkesbury.nsw.gov.au Applications close Sunday, 08 February 2026 Applicants who do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for this position. Please allow 4 weeks from the closing date for processing of your application. Please note that the canvassing of Councillors in relation to these matters will automatically disqualify the applicant from this process.
