Careers at Planning SA

Planning SA is South Australia’s leading strategic land use planning and built environment agency. Our work is crucial in shaping the future of SA’s local communities and for achieving State objectives in economic development, population, liveability, housing affordability, sustainability and an effective approach to climate change. Recently created as a stand-alone State Government Department, Planning SA is seeking talented people to join us as we implement an exciting range of planning initiatives.

In addition to the relevant Job and Person Specification, all applicants should download the following two documents for use in preparing and submitting any job application:

Please forward an original application plus two copies and a completed employment declaration.  Applicants must address the essential criteria in the Job and Person Specification and should include the name, address and contact number of three current referees.

Business & Information Services Branch

GIS Software Analyst (ongoing)
Vacancy No. 8367/2008
ASO5 ($59,236 - $66,356)(plus super)

We are seeking a GIS Software Analyst to contribute to the design, development, implementation and maintenance of innovative GIS software solutions. This will include working on the delivery of a comprehensive GIS software solution to improve the efficiency of the better development plan mapping process. You will be working in a small team using a range of cutting edge technologies to deliver database and web technologies.

This role requires:

  • Proven experience working on software projects using ESRI software
  • Experience in programming in multiple technological formats
  • Knowledge of a range of software products and systems

Enquiries to: Indika Wijenayake, Manager, Applications Development, 08 8303 0618, Wijenayake.indika@saugov.sa.gov.au.

Applications to: Ross Osmon, Human Resource Officer, 08 8303 0621, plnsa.hr@saugov.sa.gov.au, GPO Box 1815, Adelaide SA 5001.

Download: Job & Person Specification - GIS Software Analyst (ASO5) [DOC 82.5 KB]

Closing Date: 5pm, Friday 3rd October 2008

Strategic Development Branch

Senior Planning Officer (up to 12 months)
Vacancy Number: T8839/08
PO2 ($63,197 - $70,404) (plus super)

The Senior Planning Officer will work with the ‘City Hubs, Housing, Infrastructure and Economy’ team, to develop effective and innovative planning strategies for metropolitan Adelaide. This will involve working with a range of stakeholders, undertaking research and analysis, providing advice on strategic planning issues and project coordination.

You will need experience in urban and regional planning (with experience in strategic planning highly regarded), high level written and verbal communications skills, sound research, analysis and problem solving skills and the ability to work as a member of a professionally diverse team.

To apply for this position you must also have a recognised degree or recognised post graduate qualification in the discipline of Planning specialising in Urban and Regional Planning, Social Planning, Urban Design, Environmental Planning, Economic Development or Transport Planning.

Your application must consist of:

  • A cover letter (quoting the Vacancy No.) and your CV or resume
  • Responses to the Essential Criteria in the Job & Person Specification
  • Employment Declaration 

Enquiries to: Mr Jason Ting, Team Leader, City Hubs, Housing, Infrastructure and Economy Team, 08 8303 0693, Ting.Jason@saugov.sa.gov.au

Applications to: Ross Osmon, Human Resource Officer, 08 8303 0621, plnsa.hr@saugov.sa.gov.au, GPO Box 1815, Adelaide SA 5001. Applications via email are welcome.

Job & Person Specification: Job & Person Specification - Senior Planning Project Officer (PO2) [DOC 91 KB]

Closing Date: 5pm, Friday 17th October 2008