STUDENT PLANNER PLACEMENT POSITION - 2025
Gyde Consulting is a great place to learn and grow in your career…… we have a supportive and inclusive team culture that encourages collaboration and career progression, and we offer opportunities to experience varied and challenging projects while being supported to develop and learn.
About Us
Since our Sydney office opened in 2008, we have grown to a team of over 45 experienced and respected specialists who operate from offices in Sydney and Newcastle. We also have a presence in the Capital Region. Our multidisciplinary office includes strategic and statutory planning, urban design as well as social planning, community engagement and data analytics to support evidence-based outcomes.
Our staff is committed to delivering innovative and practical solutions to complex planning projects. Whether securing planning approval to address the affordable housing crisis, managing the redevelopment of key city centre sites to support urban regeneration, or boosting our local economy by supporting new and expanding businesses, we bring a mix of skills, experience and perspectives to problem solving. If you are an energetic, committed student who is looking for a solid foundation to grow and learn, you should consider applying for Gyde’s student program.
About the Role
Opportunities exist for highly motivated students to join the Gyde team as Assistant Planners in our Sydney and/or Newcastle offices. This is a great opportunity for those wishing to complete the student work placement requirements of their studies and gain practical town planning experience within a respected company in the industry.
The successful applicant/s will undertake a broad range of tasks including:
• interpreting planning legislation, development controls, and strategic plans and policies
• research and data analysis to inform strategic planning policies
• inputs into urban design master plans
• preparing fee proposals
• assessing the development potential of properties
• assessing potential environmental impacts of proposed developments
• preparing written and oral submissions on behalf of the Company
• liaising with clients, consent authorities, government agencies, and other professionals
• assisting in the collation and lodgement of planning reports/documents
• project managing small projects
• assist in drafting planning proposals and development applications
About you
To be successful you will demonstrate:
• energy, reliability, and positivity
• consistently high results achieved whilst undertaking a tertiary qualification
• excellent written and oral communication skills
• appreciation and understanding of the NSW planning system
• an interest in contemporary planning and related issues
• an ability to prioritise, implement instructions, and be motivated to complete tasks on time
• attention to detail, outcome focus, and professional and courteous attitude.
• a willingness to work in a team environment with the ability to show initiative and manage individual responsibility.
A willingness to work in our Newcastle office will be favourably considered
What’s in it for you?
• vibrant, supportive office environment with access to leading professionals
• staff buddy system for peer-to-peer mentoring
• a fun social calendar with the Gyde team members
• annual PIA student membership
• continuing professional development through in-house and external technical talks
• paid leave for compulsory face-to-face university lectures
• a competitive salary package and use of a laptop computer
To apply
If you're passionate and seeking a truly challenging opportunity with a highly respected planning company, then apply now to start the discussion with us!
Submit your application to Carolyn Hay at carolynh@gyde.com.au with your CV, University Academic record, and 1-page cover letter.
Applications close Tuesday 6 August 2024 at 11.59pm.
Gyde will shortlist and interview a limited number of applicants within the following fortnight
