Senior Town Planner

Aspect Personnel have been engaged by a highly regarded urban planning consultancy to recruit a Senior or Associate level Town Planner to join their dynamic and growing team. If you are a skilled and passionate urban planner looking for your next career move, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

About the Company
This specialist town planning consultancy provides expert advisory, planning, and management services to property developers and landowners. Their planning team works on a diverse range of residential, commercial, industrial, and mixed-use projects across metropolitan Melbourne. They specialise in complex and large-scale developments, as well as projects of state significance and major precinct-based initiatives for industry-leading clients.

They pride themselves on delivering commercially focused and community-positive outcomes through pragmatic advice, tailored strategies, and strong relationships with key decision-makers in State and local government.

The Role
The business is seeking a Town Planning Consultant with 5 years of experience in urban planning (preferably with experience in Victoria). The successful candidate will work independently and alongside the directors to provide expert planning services and manage significant projects across various sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Planning & Development Advice – Work with clients to understand their objectives and provide tailored planning solutions.
• Planning Permits & Amendments – Lead the preparation, strategy, and management of planning applications and scheme amendments.
• Project & Stakeholder Management – Engage with councils, government agencies, and community stakeholders to negotiate outcomes and navigate approvals.
• Strategic & Commercial Planning – Provide input into feasibility studies, due diligence, and front-end project management to maximise commercial returns.
• Leadership & Mentorship – Support junior team members and contribute to the ongoing success and growth of the business.

About You
To be successful in this role, you will:

• Have a strong background in urban planning (public or private sector) and a relevant university degree.
• Demonstrate exceptional written and verbal communication skills to engage with a range of stakeholders.
• Be commercially focused, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering high-quality outcomes.
• Possess strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively to develop innovative solutions.
• Thrive in a collaborative team environment, working alongside clients, consultants, and councils.
• Aspire to become a future leader within the business and mentor junior team members.

Why Join This Business?

• Work on a diverse range of high-profile and complex projects.
• Join a collaborative and supportive team with a strong industry reputation.
• Career development opportunities, with the potential to grow into a leadership role.
• Competitive salary and access to leading performance bonus schemes, plus exposure to influential industry networks.

If you are an ambitious urban planner looking to advance your career in a dynamic and growing consultancy, I’d love to hear from you!

Apply now to learn more about this exciting opportunity.

For inquiries about this role, please contact Mark Parrent at Aspect Personnel via m.parrent@aspectpersonnel.com.au or reach out to him at 0422 045 204 for a confidential conversation.