Town Planner

• Part-time (4 days/week)
• 6 weeks annual leave
• 7-hour standard workday
• Sydney CBD location

About Us

iObject is a town planning consultancy based in Sydney which serves the growing number of landowners negatively affected by neighbouring development. We seek to formally addressing neighbourhood concerns with councils at the DA stage, looking to protect peoples’ homes, lifestyles and investments. We consult on the entire planning approvals process, from first submission to council, to negotiating with the assessment officer, and providing expert witness representation if the DA proceeds to Court.

iObject’s success in promoting both beautiful and sensitive built environments is measured by our ability to mould and shape the final development outcome. Our method ultimately results in the reduction of undesirable development across neighbourhoods, which can often mean the difference between keeping the status quo or communities having to deal with a neighbourhood nuisance. To learn more about iObject's story, visit: www.iobject.com.au.

Role Summary

The Town Planner will generally be responsible for preparing submissions to councils on behalf of clients (neighbours) who might be negatively affected by a proposed development nearby. This role also involves customer relationship management, including conducting presentations and Q&A sessions with leads and clients, as well as engagement other built environment professionals.

Responsibilities

• DA Audits – conducting regulatory and on-site investigations to determine whether there are sufficient planning grounds to object to a DA.
• Planning Submissions – preparing detailed written planning objections and/or responses to amended plans on behalf of neighbours.
• Planning Panel Representation – public advocacy before local or regional planning panels, including engaging with panelists on technical matters relating to a contested DA.
• Business Development – hosting lead presentations for new enquiries, as well as other industry professionals.
• Articles and ContentCreation– composing case studies and other creative content for online and print media.
• Communication & Negotiation - liaising with council assessment officers on technical matters relating to DA’s under assessment and preparing client DA update reports.
• Record Keeping – documenting and filing relevant DA and client information in iObject databases.
• Team Input - contributing to discussions around business process improvements, as well as maintaining good communication between staff.
• Onboarding – preparing and sending out consultancy proposals (when required); answering any new client questions or concerns; scheduling site visits; and communicating to the client future steps in the planning approvals process. 
• Other responsibilities related to the provision of iObject’s town planning service. 

Benefits

• Six weeks annual leave
• Annual performance bonus based on company profits.
• Opportunities for training and professional development. 
• Smart corporate office environment within an attractive city location.
• Young start-up culture that supports creative input. 

Skills & Experience

• Must have tertiary degree in town planning or equivalent.
• Previous experience preparing either DA assessment reports or SEE’s
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• Professional demeanor and client-service orientation
• Professional approach to dealing with confidential issues
• Excellent planning report-writing skills
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient in using MS Office Suite
• Strong knowledge of the NSW planning approvals system.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please send you detailed cover letter and CV to ***********@iobject.com.au