Cadet Development Planner
Term Contact : up to 4 years
Qualifications: Diploma of Town Planning, Bachelor of Development Studies, Bachelor of Environmental Science and Management
Preferred areas of study / majors: Town Planning, Environmental Science, Urban and Regional Development, Geography
Salary: starting from $1, per week to $1,
Commencing: January 2027
Ready to launch your career in town planning? Join Lake Macquarie City Council as a Cadet Development Planner and gain practical experience, professional mentoring, and support to complete your studies while making a real difference in our community.
ABOUT THE JOB
This is a unique prospect to learn from experienced planning professionals, contribute to meaningful projects, and build a rewarding career helping shape the future of our city and one of Australia's most vibrant regions.
This cadetship is offered for up to four years, during which we'll support you to complete your relevant degree or qualification. Through a combination of on-the-job learning, mentoring, and university study,



you'll gain experience across town planning, development assessment, customer service, and regulatory processes. Study can be completed online or in person through your chosen university.
In this role, you'll:
Gain hands-on experience assessing development applications and helping shape the future of Lake Macquarie. Participate in planning projects that have on-the ground impacts our community. Learn and experience how planning legislation, policies, and development controls are applied in practice. Assist customers, developers, and the community with planning enquiries and advice. Contribute to research and policy reviews to shape the future of planning in Lake Macquarie. Work alongside experienced planning professionals who will mentor and support your development. Build the confidence to take initiative, solve problems, and grow into a successful planning career. WHAT WE OFFER
Receive a wage whilst studying towards a qualif

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