Principal Strategic Planner - Contributions
Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia · Full Time
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- Any
- Salary
- AUD 138,049 – AUD 138,049 / year
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 3 weeks ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Eligibility
- Applicants must possess the legal right to live and work in Australia. People with diverse backgrounds, including Indigenous Australians, individuals with disabilities, carers, veterans, and various cultural identities, are encouraged to apply.
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Job description
Role Overview
Join the City of Newcastle as a Principal Strategic Planner specializing in Contributions, playing a pivotal role in guiding how local infrastructure and affordable housing contributions enable Newcastle’s sustainable growth. This full-time, permanent role offers a 35-hour workweek with various flexible arrangements to support work-life balance.
Responsibilities
In this senior capacity, you will lead the planning, development, management, and refinement of contribution frameworks that underpin the city's growth strategies. Supporting the Strategic & Place Planning Manager, you will oversee daily team operations, spearhead complex strategic projects, and enhance best practices in contributions planning. Your duties also include shaping long-term planning policies, mentoring team members, elevating organizational capabilities, and nurturing productive partnerships with stakeholders to achieve exemplary planning outcomes for Newcastle.
About City of Newcastle
Working with the City of Newcastle means joining a passionate team devoted to community advancement. Employees contribute meaningfully to the region’s development, balancing ambitious goals with local priorities. This organization values inclusivity, cultural respect, environmental sustainability, and offers opportunities for continuous professional growth while fostering a supportive and collaborative workplace culture.
Employee Benefits
- 35-hour workweek with hybrid and flexible working options
- Four weeks annual leave, three weeks personal leave, plus two additional paid public holidays
- Annual leave loading of 17.5%
- Paid parental leave for primary carers
- Competitive employment conditions reflecting industry standards
- Corporate fitness program starting from $18 fortnightly
- Access to exclusive employee benefits including Novated Lease schemes and reward vouchers
- Annual performance reviews and continuous development programs
- Leadership development through the CN Way program
- Engagement with Inclusion, Diversity & Equity networks and initiatives
- Health and wellbeing resources including onsite physiotherapy, psychology, yoga, and mental health support groups
Inclusion and Diversity
The City of Newcastle is committed to fostering a safe and inclusive work environment where diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are embraced. Applicants with varied life experiences including Indigenous Australians, those from diverse gender and cultural identities, people with disabilities, carers, and veterans are highly encouraged to apply.
Additional Information
Application Deadline: Sunday 20 September 2026
Salary: $138,049.95 annually (plus 17.5% annual leave loading and 12% superannuation for a 35-hour week)
Contact: Shane Cahill, Strategic & Place Planning Manager (02 4974 2892), Amy Ryan, Executive Manager - Planning & Development (02 4974 2492)
Eligibility: Candidates must have the legal right to live and work in Australia.
Recruitment Policy: Unsolicited agency resumes are not accepted at this stage. Applicants requiring recruitment adjustments or accessibility considerations should contact the employer directly.
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