AO7 Principal Planner

Davidson ·www.davidsonwp.com

Location Brisbane CBD, Queensland, Australia
Salary AUD 79 / hour
Type Full time
Level Principal
Source Shazamme
Government & Defence
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About the Company

Davidson is partnering with a large public sector organisation delivering complex planning and development activities across Queensland.


About the Role

We are seeking experienced Principal Planners (AO7) for contract opportunities. These senior-level roles will suit accomplished planning professionals who can provide high-level strategic and technical advice, lead complex planning work and confidently engage with senior stakeholders.

Depending on your background and expertise, you may be responsible for:

  • Leading and providing high-level advice on complex development assessments
  • Supporting planning and assessment activities associated with major renewable energy developments
  • Providing strategic planning advice relating to local planning instruments
  • Working collaboratively with local governments to support alignment with broader planning requirements
  • Interpreting complex planning legislation, policy and statutory frameworks
  • Leading complex projects and work programs from planning through to delivery
  • Identifying emerging issues, risks and strategic implications
  • Preparing and reviewing high-quality briefs, reports, recommendations and executive-level advice
  • Providing authoritative planning advice to internal and external stakeholders
  • Building productive relationships across government, local councils, proponents and other key stakeholders


About You

To be considered, you will have:

  • A tertiary degree in Planning – mandatory
  • Extensive experience across development assessment, statutory and/or strategic planning
  • Demonstrated experience managing complex and sensitive planning matters
  • Strong project leadership and delivery capability
  • Highly developed strategic thinking, analytical skills and professional judgement
  • The ability to provide authoritative advice on complex planning issues
  • Excellent written communication skills, including preparation of senior-level briefs and reports
  • Strong stakeholder engagement, consultation and negotiation skills
  • The ability to operate autonomously and manage competing priorities in a complex environment

Experience within government planning, local government, major development, infrastructure or renewable energy environments will be highly regarded.


The Benefits

  • Brisbane-based contract opportunity
  • Senior-level role working on complex planning and development activities
  • Opportunity to contribute across government, local government and major development environments


Please submit your current resume to apply. If you'd like a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Natalee Thorpe (natalee.thorpe@davidsonwp.com), quoting reference JN -092026-44203.

To learn more about Davidson, visit davidsonwp.com.

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Who is hiring for the AO7 Principal Planner role?
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Where is the AO7 Principal Planner job located?
The AO7 Principal Planner role with Davidson is based in Brisbane CBD, QLD, AU.
What does the AO7 Principal Planner role pay?
Davidson lists the AO7 Principal Planner role at up to AUD 79 per hour.
Is the AO7 Principal Planner role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Davidson.
What experience level is the AO7 Principal Planner role?
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