Principal Planning Consultant

Principal Planning Consultant - Environment, Climate and Sustainability Team
 

Join our dynamic Environment, Climate and Sustainability team in Queensland, where we are committed to making a positive impact on our environment and society. Our multi-disciplinary team covers all aspects of environmental impact assessment, permits and approvals, climate resilience, strategic planning, corporate sustainability reporting, and strategy development. We are looking for a Principal Planning Consultant who is passionate about driving change and making a difference.

Your Role

As a Principal Planning Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in our team, with opportunities for:

• Providing Expert Advice: Offer planning approval advice and prepare approval applications for a variety of projects, including large and small-scale infrastructure and energy projects.
• Environmental Planning: Deliver environmental planning and regulatory advice to clients, ensuring compliance and sustainability.
• High-Quality Documentation: Oversee and undertake the preparation of planning and environmental approvals, planning assessments, feasibility studies, permitting and licensing documentation, and support the development of technical assessments, management plans, and other documents to a high standard.
• Team Growth: Manage and support the development of proposals and bid submissions, driving the growth of the planning team.
• Mentorship: Mentor and provide guidance to junior team members, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment.
• Project Management: Manage and liaise with environment consultants and other planning consultants to ensure the successful delivery of projects.
• Work collaboratively as part of an integrated advisory sector and across project teams, promoting teamwork and valuing diversity.

About You

We are looking for someone who embodies our values of trust, integrity, and societal impact. You should have:

• Relevant Qualifications: A tertiary qualification in Planning or a related field, with experience in town planning, environmental and planning approvals, and planning permits.
• Legislative Knowledge: Demonstrated knowledge of the Queensland and Commonwealth planning and approvals process and legislation relevant to infrastructure projects.
• Stakeholder Management: The ability to develop and manage successful internal and external stakeholder relationships.
• Project Management Skills: Strong project management skills to achieve high-quality delivery outcomes for approvals.
• Proven experience undertaking planning assessments and approvals for energy/renewable projects.
• Working knowledge of the MID process in sectors such as energy, water, defence, and/or transport is ideal.

Why Join Us?

• Growth Opportunities: We celebrate achievements and provide opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Supportive Environment: We prioritize wellbeing and offer a supportive and caring work environment.
• Purpose-Driven: Be part of a team that is purpose-driven and impactful, making a real difference in society.
• Inclusive Culture: We value diversity and promote an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and respected.

Join us in our mission to create a sustainable future. Apply now and be part of a team that is dedicated to making a positive impact on the environment and society.

Culture & Benefits 

Mott MacDonald celebrates diversity and inclusion, offering a supportive work environment that values work-life balance, diversity, inclusion, and equity. We welcome diverse applicants, including First Nations People, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people of all genders, neurodiversity, cultural backgrounds, age groups, and those with intersectional identities. 

Our benefits package is designed to enhance your experience: 

• Agile working environment, supporting our people to work flexibly 
• Life, personal accident, and salary continuance insurance 
• Employee resource groups including the Inclusive Network for Women, Corporate Social Responsibility and more 
• Annual Health Checks and ongoing professional development 

You’ve got this! 

We endorse a diverse and inclusive workplace, and look to provide suitable opportunities for employees including the opportunity for part time and job shared roles where possible. If you are interested in this role and looking for a part time permanent opportunity, please apply!