We are seeking a high performing Senior Town Planner to provide specialist town planning and development assessment advice with respect to the state-controlled road network within the South Coast Region.

Job details

When you work at TMR, you are part of something bigger! Our vision is to create a single integrated transport network accessible to everyone - no department has a bigger role to play in keeping the Queensland of today moving, or in helping build for the future. In the role of Senior Town Planner, you will be involved in corridor planning, development control and network management with respect to the region's state-controlled road network and provide specialist town planning and development assessment advice.

To help keep Queensland moving, we are actively recruiting for a Senior Town Planner with previous exposure to:

• A Degree in Town Planning or in another profession relevant to this role which is acceptable by the Planning Institute of Australia.
• Experience providing specialist town planning and development assessment advice.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrates knowledge and practice of Planning Policy in accordance with Town Planning legislation, processes and policies.
• Effective written communication skills to prepare reports and correspondence for the ministerial.
• Strong interpersonal skills, in order to maintain and manage effective liaison with both internal and external stakeholders.

For further information please refer to the Role Description.

We celebrate diversity in creating a workplace culture that is built on respect, dignity and fairness. In return we offer a range of benefits which include:

• A competitive remuneration package including Employer Superannuation contributions up to 12.75%
• Annual leave loading of 17.5%
• Salary packaging arrangements
• Learning and development opportunities
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Work/life balance, variety and flexibility

Candidates are encouraged to advise the panel of any additional support or reasonable adjustments (i.e. building access, wheelchair access, interpreting services etc.)  required during the recruitment process.

Applications to remain current for 12 months

Job Ad Reference: QLD/653596/25

Closing Date: Monday, 25 August 2025

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• applicant-guide (1) (PDF, 306KB)
  
  
  653596 25 - Role Description (Word, 568KB)