Urban Planner
Role Description
Employment Opportunity
We are dedicated to providing the highest quality services for the well-being of our citizens. Joining the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters is an opportunity to challenge yourself – contribute your best and be inspired by the people and environment around you.
Urban Planning & Environment
Urban Planner
• Exciting position that plays a critical role in shaping the City’s urban environment that aligns with the Council’s Vision
• Join a friendly and supportive organisation with excellent working conditions
• Eligibility to accrue rostered days off
Annual salary between $89,121 - $101,761 (depending on level of experience) + 12% Superannuation
The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters is an inner eastern metropolitan Council, nestled on the outskirts of the CBD. The area enjoys a reputation as one of Adelaide’s most desirable places to live, work, study and visit. From a planning and development perspective, the city has a rich heritage fabric which is balanced with medium and high-density residential growth. There is high demand for residential infill and commercial development, together with strong demand and vibrancy along some of the City’s premier retail strips.
An exciting opportunity has presented itself for an Urban Planner to join our Development & Regulatory Services Unit and contribute towards shaping our vibrant City through high-quality, well-designed development. The position will be important in helping to achieve the City’s vision by facilitating development outcomes that respect the heritage and natural environment of the City.
The Role
Reporting to the Manager, Development & Regulatory Services, and working closely with the Senior Urban Planners, the Urban Planner is responsible for the assessment of Development Applications, together with the assessment and consideration of Outdoor Dining and Trading Permits and Liquor Licence Applications. The delivery of accurate and timely advice to the Manager, Development & Regulatory Services, internal stakeholders, Council Assessment Panel, development industry and community will be a key component of the role, together with assistance in compliance and enforcement matters.
About You
To be successful in this position you will be pro-active, outcome driven, emotionally intelligent, take pride in the work you do and possess the following skills and experience:
• A tertiary qualification in Urban and Regional Planning or related discipline (Desirable)
• Post-graduate qualifications in Urban and Regional Planning or related discipline (Desirable)
• Knowledge of the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016 and Regulations
• Current Driver’s licence
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment
• Emotional intelligence
• A strong work ethic
• A desire to learn and grow
Benefits
• Work in a cosmopolitan city-fringe location amongst beautifully maintained streets and precincts with plenty of food and shopping options
• Join a value-based organisation
• Eligibility to accrue rostered days off
• Training and professional development opportunities, including paid study assistance
• Annual leave loading
• Confidential & free access to the Employee Assistance Program 24/7
• Healthy Lifestyles Program
• Paid overtime / Time-Off-In-Lieu
• Income protection (illness, accident & injury)
• Free car parking options available
Specific enquiries may be directed to the Council’s Manager, Development & Regulatory Services, Geoff Parsons on 8366 4567.
Applications close at 5pm on Sunday, 22 March 2026.
Additional Information
| Job Title / Number: | Urban Planner (Job # qA199903) |
|---|---|
| Department: | Urban Planning & Environment |
| Type: | Full-Time |
| Location: | Norwood. |
| Supporting Document: | Position & Person Description |
| Application Close Date: | 22/03/2026 |
| Application Close Time: | 5:00 PM |
Contact Details
| Position Title: | Manager, Development & Regulatory Services |
|---|---|
| Department: | Urban Planning & Environment |
| Name: | Geoff Parsons |
| Phone: | 8366 4567 |
| Email: | gparsons@npsp.sa.gov.au |
