Planning Information Officer

Job no: 495538
Work type: Temporary Full Time
Location: Penrith
Categories: Planning
Salary: Commencing salary; $83,341.00 + 12% super

Planning Information Officer

At Penrith City Council, it’s not about having to choose.

Life with us is the best of both worlds.

What we offer you

• Salary: $83,341 with performance progression up to $ 96,471 + 12% superannuation
• Employment type: Temporary full-time
• Flexible Working Arrangements: Usually 2-3 days per week in our Penrith Office (in accordance with Council’s Finding Balance policy)
• The best of both worlds – click here to learn more

Here’s what you’ll be up to…

As a Planning Information Officer within the City Planning Team your role you will be to:

• maintain accurate and up‑to‑date information within our planning and property database systems
• prepare, review and dispatch 10.7 Planning Certificates in line with legislative and organisational requirements
• provide high‑quality customer service for basic planning enquiries
• assist with a range of administrative and office support tasks, supporting team members

Who we are (And why you’ll love us)

At Penrith City Council, we’re shaping one of NSW’s fastest‑growing regions while staying connected to the people and places that make our City unique. Our work is grounded in purpose — creating a thriving, sustainable and well‑designed future for our community.

You’ll join a team that values collaboration, trust and flexibility, where your expertise is recognised and your ideas can make a real impact. We offer genuine opportunities to grow your career, balance work and life, and contribute to projects that matter. With the Aerotropolis on the horizon and major city‑shaping initiatives underway, it’s an exciting time to be part of Penrith’s transformation.

At Council, you don’t have to choose between challenge and balance, or impact and support — here, you truly get the best of both worlds.

Check out our Position Description to learn more about this role.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for someone that has experience using Council property databases and systems, as well as a demonstrated understanding of NSW planning legislation. You may be an experienced planning information officer or someone starting out in your planning career.

As a planning information officer in the City Planning team, we are looking for someone who has the following skills:

• Diploma in Town Planning or equivalent, or significant experience in land coding and signing 10.7 Planning Certificates
• Demonstrated experience using databases (e.g. Technology One Property, GIS, sharepoint, etc.)
• Demonstrated knowledge of zoning and planning legislation
• Ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Having an eye for detail, highly organised and proactive with their work

The must-know bits

You will be required to undertake employment checks, which may include a Criminal History Check, Qualification Check, Working with Children Check, Medical Declaration and/or a Functional Test, as relevant to the position for which you have applied.

Where a Criminal History Check is required and has returned a result that indicates disclosable court outcomes, you will be required to provide a copy of the report to Penrith City Council, for review, to progress through the recruitment process.

Ready to make work feel less like… work?

If you’re nodding along and already picturing your first day, submit your application by hitting ‘Apply Now’.

In addition to a cover letter and resume, applicants are required to submit comprehensive responses to the selection criteria (outlined in the position description) as a part of their application. Applicants who do not meet the essential criteria will not be considered.

We’ve got an opportunity, you’ve got talent… Let’s talk.

For more information, contact Natalie Stanowski, City Planning Coordinator on 02 4732 7403.

Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.

Council is a Child Safe Organisation. For more information about this, please see our website.

At Penrith City Council, we believe the best of both worlds means embracing the unique perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that make our City and our organisation vibrant. We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported and welcome applicants from people of all backgrounds, abilities and identities.

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