Role: Project Planner,Gyde Consulting
Location: Sydney,Australia
Employment Type: Full time
Are you a town planning professional who is keen to have exposure to a variety of planning projects encompassing all types of development?
Gyde is looking for a Project Planner with minimum of 2 years working experience to join our statutory planning team.
About us
We have a supportive and inclusive team culture that encourages collaboration, strategic thinking, and career progression. Since the Sydney office opened in 2008, we have grown toa firm of over 50 highly motivated and respected specialists who operate from offices in Sydney and Newcastle. We also have a presence in the Capital Region.
Review more details on our website www.gyde.com.au.
About the role
If you are successful in this role, you will have the opportunity to:
· interpret planning legislation and associated regulations, development controls and policies
· liaise with clients, consent authorities, government agencies, and other professionals
· assess and report on the environmental impacts of proposed developments
· develop project methodologies and associated budgets for inclusion in fee proposals
· identify and assess the development potential of properties
· prepare a range of reports including statements of environmental effects, planning proposals and submissions to local, district and regional planning panels
· prepare advice and assessments across a range of planning matters
· manage individual projects on a day-to-day basis.
About you
The successful candidate will demonstrate energy, initiative and a willingness to learn and develop.
The following minimum experience is required:
· have worked in planning and development in the public and/or private sector, ideally with experience in engaging with clients, technical consultants and other stakeholders
· a comprehensive understanding of environmental planning legislation and approvals processes
· well-developed project management and organisational skills, with an ability to prioritise, implement instructions and complete tasks unsupervised and in a timely manner
· strong analytical and problem-solving skills
· the ability to write clearly and concisely
· relevant tertiary qualifications and a commitment to continuing professional development.
What’s in it for you?
· A vibrant, supportive office environment with mentoring opportunities and the ability to progress your career within the company as it grows
· Competitive salary ($81-$85K plus super) commensurate with qualifications and experience together with a performance-related bonus
To apply
Submit your application to Geoff King via email to info@gyde.com.au with your CV and 1-page cover letter.
Applications close: 25 July 2025
We welcome applications directly and will not accept CVs from recruitment agencies.
Gyde is an equal opportunity employer, all applicants will be considered regardless of your race, sexuality, religion, colour, gender identity, or parental status. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.
