Senior Assessments Officer

Crown Lands and Public Spaces

Reference number

550986

Occupation

Urban and Regional Planning, Program Management, Project Management, Land Administration

Work type

Full-Time

Location

Tamworth & North West NSW, Newcastle, Hunter & Region, Dubbo, Statewide

Salary Information

Clerk Grade 9/10

Closing date

28 July 2026 at 11:55pm

Shape your world, in the team that shapes NSW communities, spaces and economies

Shape community outcomes through impactful planning on Crown land projects

Ongoing Full Time Opportunity

Office Location: Tamworth/Dubbo/Newcastle. Other locations considered

Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $133,348 to $146,945 + super

Are you an experienced planning professional who thrives on navigating complex assessment frameworks, balancing competing stakeholder interests, and delivering practical solutions that make a real difference?

We are seeking a Senior Assessments Officer to play a critical role in supporting the sustainable management, development and protection of Crown land across New South Wales. This is an exciting opportunity to influence high-profile projects, provide expert planning advice, and contribute to outcomes that benefit communities, culture, and the environment.

The role

As a Senior Assessments Officer, you will be a trusted subject matter expert providing specialist planning and assessment advice across a diverse portfolio of Crown land projects and initiatives.

You will assess development proposals, review planning pathways, evaluate environmental and cultural heritage considerations, and ensure activities comply with relevant legislation and government planning policies. Working closely with internal teams, government agencies, consultants, contractors and community stakeholders, you'll help drive informed decision-making and successful project delivery.

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Assessments Officer

What you will bring to the role

Strong communication skills to simplify complex planning advice and influence stakeholders

Problem solving mindset to navigate complex planning projects and deliver compliant outcomes

Proven leadership ability to guide teams and build trusted stakeholder relationships

Significant planning experience to navigate both statutory and strategic planning issues, including provision of advice on local scale projects through to State Significant Development

What is an essential requirement:

Tertiary qualifications in urban/regional planning or related discipline, or equivalent professional experience

The role requires travel both locally and regionally, including overnight travel, as required by the business and/or directed

About us

At the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI), you could shape your world while helping us shape the future of NSW. Together, we create vibrant communities, places and precincts, and manage land, assets and property.

Join our team and shape your world in a workplace that empowers you to do your best work and build a meaningful career. In this role, you’ll help shape lives and communities across NSW while growing your own career, supported by flexible work options, impactful projects and a collaborative, diverse team. As a high-performing and inclusive organisation that reflects the communities we serve, we value your lived experience and cultural knowledge, and we are committed to helping you thrive through flexible arrangements, workplace adjustments and a culture where everyone feels supported, connected and belongs.

Apply today with your CV and cover letter.

Applications close 11:55pm, Tuesday, 28th July 2026.

For more information contact Danny Young, Manager Major Infrastructure & Environment via danny.young@crownland.nsw.gov.au

A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process (including an alternate format of the application form), ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (0 63637676 - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career Pathways team for a yarn.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. This role is subject to standard pre-employment checks, including a criminal record check