Senior Town Planner

• 9-month contract, possibility of extension
• Brisbane CBD based
• Contractor benefits through Talent, join the family today!

About the company:

Our client is responsible for planning, managing, and delivering transport infrastructure and services across Queensland, supporting the safe and efficient movement of people and goods throughout the state. This role will see you join an organisation that plays a critical part in shaping road networks, public transport systems, and long-term mobility solutions, while maintaining a strong focus on safety, sustainability, and community connectivity.

About the role:

Your main duties and responsibilities will include but are not limited to.

• Provide specialised technical input on behalf of the Land Management Team to the State Assessment Referral Agency (SARA) in relation to the assessment of development applications under the Planning Act 2016.
• Maintain appropriate and effective liaison and communication with internal staff, State and Local Government agencies and industry.
• Provide high-level written and oral input on development related matters relating to the safety and efficiency of the state transport corridors in accordance with legislated time frames.
• Provide input in relation to ministerial correspondence and briefing notes as directed for the Regional Director and/or Regional Office as required
• Reviewing state and local government planning documents to assess their implications for Transport and Main Roads and providing response to those documents on behalf of the district.
• Managing projects throughout their life cycle including the efficient application of project management tools in relation to town planning.

What’s in it for you?

• 9-month contract with the possibility for extension
• Brisbane CBD based, with the opportunity to WFH
• Contractor benefits through Talent, join the family today!

Skills and experience required:

• A Degree in Town Planning or in another profession relevant to this role which is acceptable by the Planning Institute of Australia (mandatory)
• Current holder of a ‘C’ class driver’s licence (mandatory)
• Knowledge and experience in development assessment, with a particular focus on state and local government requirements.
• A general understanding of transport impacts and considerations associated with development.
• Comprehensively understands and applies relevant Town Planning, transport and other whole of government legislation that impacts upon the safe and efficient operation of the transport network and its relationship with surrounding land uses.
• Knowledge and experience in strategic land use planning such as Priority Development Areas, Infrastructure Designations and Local Government Planning Scheme amendments.
• Commitment to maintaining a high standard of practice through governance and risk management.

How to Apply:

If you would like more information about this role, or wish to have a confidential discussion about your career aspirations, please contact Emma Hansen (07) 3031 4517 // emma.hansen@talentinternational.com

Applications close: 5:00 PM Thursday, 14^th May 2026