Student/Graduate Planner Program – 2 years Fixed Term Contract
- Opportunity to develop your town planning skills
- Undertake interesting projects with management support
- Onsite at Rockdale, 35hrs pw, 9 day fortnight
At Bayside Council, we are committed to a positive, flexible and supportive workplace culture, where our people and customers feel respected and valued. We are proud to serve our community through operating with transparency, integrity and in the best interests of the Bayside community to deliver exceptional service.
The City Futures directorate focuses on developing our strategy to ensure sustainable and responsible planning and development for all aspects of our City.
About the role
As a current university student or recent graduate, you will be in a position to participate in the numerous projects currently underway at Council. As one of the fastest growing areas in NSW, this is one of the most exciting periods to be working in Local Government.
As a planner, you will rotate through the Development Assessment and Strategic Planning team, getting a full understanding of what is involved in assessing Development Applications and creating the framework and strategic intent of Council in the Strategic Planning.
Key Accountabilities:
- Assist in assessing, reviewing and reporting on Development Applications, Planning Proposals, State Significant Development Applications, and planning policies in a timely manner to comply with legislation, and statutory planning obligations.
- Undertake research to assist with review and decision-making regarding Development Application assessments, and informing recommendations on Planning Proposal assessments.
- Participate in pre-Development Application and Scoping Proposal meetings as appropriate.
- Attend Council and Planning Panel meetings to present and respond to enquiries regarding Development Applications and Planning Proposals.
- Participate in stakeholder engagement activities to understand and meet the needs of the local community, government agencies and other key stakeholders.
About you
We are looking for someone who is a:
- Current undergraduate student who has completed a minimum of 2 years of your Urban & Regional Planning degree (or relevant field), including students who will complete their degree this year (2026).
You will have current working rights in Australia and will need to demonstrate leadership and teamwork skills. You will have a desire to continuously learn, an innovative mindset, be pragmatic and not afraid to be involved in all aspects of the program, having excellent verbal and written communication skills
Our benefits and culture
As an organisation, we pride ourselves in offering a flexible working environment centred on delivering great outcomes for our customers, whether internal or external. Bayside Council has a strong culture of collaboration and delivering exciting new initiatives for our community.
- A Flexi Day Off every fortnight
- 3 extra days off between Christmas and New Year
- 15 days sick leave each year
- 2 days health and wellbeing leave each year
- Gym membership discounts
- Additional parental leave entitlements for both parents
Apply now
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Closing date: Monday 23 February, 2026. Interviews will be conducted during the first week of March, 2026.
Salary Range: From $62,867 - $70,411 per annum plus 12% superannuation
Checks: Applicants may be required to satisfactorily undertake a Criminal History Check and a Medical to ensure they are able to carry out the physical requirements of the role.
All applicants must have full Australian work rights.
Applicants may be required to satisfactorily undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children check in accordance with the position.
Bayside Council is proud to be both an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Child-Safe Organisation. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and safe workplace where all individuals regardless of background, experience, or identity, feel valued and respected. We also recognise the rights of children and young people to feel safe when accessing Council services, and we strive to maintain an environment that promotes their safety and wellbeing. All hiring decisions are based solely on individual merit and alignment with requirements of the role.
Applicants can request a reasonable adjustment at any stage during the recruitment process by getting in touch with our Talent Acquisition team to discuss their needs in confidence.
