Working as a planner

Planning is vital to shaping the communities we live in. A career in planning means you can work for federal, state or local government, or pursue a career in the private sector and help shape cities and regional areas across NSW.

As a planner, you can create vibrant and liveable cities, towns and regions for residents to enjoy.

Why you should consider planning

Planning provides you with an opportunity to work in an area of interest such as:

  • strategic, transport or social planning
  • environmental planning and sustainable development
  • urban design
  • planning law
  • assessment of development proposals
  • regional and rural planning
  • heritage conservation
  • community development.

What planners are responsible for

Planning is a dynamic and ever-changing profession. Planners are responsible for:

  • creating plans for the future of regions and local areas
  • revitalising urban areas
  • providing land for new homes, services and open space
  • assessing important projects to ensure the need for new jobs is balanced with the needs of the community and environment
  • developing policies that guide planning activity for government and local government across NSW.

Our Mob on Country

At the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI), you can shape your world by helping us shape the future of NSW communities.

Our inclusive and accessible department celebrates and reflects the communities we serve. We value the diverse backgrounds, lived experiences and cultural knowledge of our people. Our diversity strengthens our cultural capability, and helps us improve outcomes for Aboriginal people, communities and entities.

In return, we work to shape your world by offering a balanced, fulfilling career, supported by an inclusive team culture, flexible working and meaningful opportunities to grow.

Join us. Together, we can shape a world where everyone belongs.

For more information about working at the Department, visit Work with us.

Kyara’s work tells the story of the enduring relationships between community, and the lands and waters that have sustained us for generations.

More information

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