Job Description

• New opportunity at the Authority to specialise in land use planning and natural hazards!

• Ongoing full-time opportunity 

• Role based in Parramatta/Sydney, with flexible/hybrid working environment

• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $113,574 - $125,720 + super  

About the role 

We are seeking an Advisor Land Use Planning, where you will be key in shaping how NSW communities adapt to and recover from natural hazards. You will contribute to land use planning initiatives that assist in considering disaster risk mitigation through the state’s land use planning framework, ensuring long-term community resilience.

• Conduct research and analysis to develop evidence-based recommendations for Disaster Adaptation Plans and land use planning responses.

• Provide expert information and analysis regarding planning proposals, development applications, and the application of statutory planning powers to improve natural hazard management.

• Support the review of legislative amendments, statutory instruments, and policies to strengthen the consideration of natural hazards across the planning system.

• Work with state and local government agencies, providing technical advice, responding to complex inquiries, and contribute to cross-government projects that enhance community safety.

• Draft professional briefings, technical reports, and high-level correspondence for executive leadership and government stakeholders.

• Manage and monitor your own workstreams from inception to delivery, ensuring all project outcomes meet quality standards, timelines, and scope requirements.

About You  

You will demonstrate a thorough understanding of the NSW planning system, and the ability to integrate the consideration of disaster risk adaptation and mitigation. This role requires proven research and analytical skills to develop evidence-based recommendations and the ability to manage complex project workstreams.

Strong interpersonal skills are essential to maintain effective relationships with state and local government stakeholders where you will provide technical advice and navigate cross-agency inquiries. Additionally, you will hold high-level written communication skills to prepare technical reports, executive briefings, and stakeholder materials.

Essential Requirements  

•  Tertiary qualification in public policy, planning, law, ecology, environmental science or other relevant discipline or equivalent expertise.

For more information read the full Role Description:  Advisor, Land Use Planning

About the Agency  
The NSW Reconstruction Authority is a statutory corporation and executive agency of the Premier’s Department, that will improve how NSW plans for disasters and ensure that we recover from them faster. 

To reduce the severity and impacts of disasters, the NSW Reconstruction Authority will complete critical planning and preparation with communities, businesses and government. When disaster does strike, we will get recovery started swiftly and coordinate reconstruction efforts across agencies, communities and other stakeholders. 
 

Joining our team with a rewarding job in a community-driven agency is just the start. The Authority also offers: 

• Flexible working practices 

• Contemporary workspaces and technology 

• Access to learning and development opportunities 

• Employee assistance and wellbeing program (with a cool app) 

• Workforce that values inclusion 

• Competitive pay and conditions 

• Fitness Passport with a choice of 200+ gyms and pools across NSW 

To Apply 

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.  

Applications close 8th Wednesday, April 2026 at 11:55PM. 

Should you require further information about the role please contact Anja Te Wake, Flood Resilience Planning Manager at anja.tewake@reconstruction.nsw.gov.au or 0437 504 514.

A recruitment 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. 

Looking for more information or assistance in applying? 

Great people come from all walks of life. At NSW Reconstruction Authority we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote gender diversity in our workplaces, the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and the employment of people with a disability. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background or sexual orientation.  

We encourage and support applications from people with a disability. If you require an adjustment to be made to the recruitment process (including alternate formats) please contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@reconstruction.nsw.gov.au or 0437 504 514 and reference the Job Title and Reference Numberfor the role in which you are requesting the adjustment for.