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This position will also provide leadership and mentoring to Town Planners while driving planning excellence across wireless network deployment projects.\nKey responsibilities include:\nManaging development applications and planning approval processes for wireless infrastructure projects.\nProviding guidance and oversight to outsourced planning partners and internal stakeholders.\nIdentifying and removing barriers to site acquisition and planning approvals.\nUndertaking planning assessments, environmental impact considerations and stakeholder engagement activities.\nSupporting community consultation programs and information sessions.\nBuilding strong client relationships and contributing to successful project delivery outcomes.\nCoaching and mentoring Town Planners to build capability across the team.\nWhat we’re looking for\nTo be successful in this role, you will bring:\nTertiary qualifications in Town Planning or a related discipline, with postgraduate qualifications highly regarded.\nDemonstrated town planning leadership experience within a telecommunications environment, including at least five years operating at a senior level.\nExperience delivering telecommunications or infrastructure projects within Australia.\nStrong understanding of planning legislation across multiple Australian jurisdictions.\nExtensive experience in stakeholder engagement, community consultation and dispute resolution.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with clients, suppliers, contractors and community stakeholders.\nStrong problem solving skills and the ability to manage complex planning and acquisition challenges.\nA collaborative approach, customer focus and commitment to safe work practices.\nWhat we offer\nAt Downer, we provide a supportive and inclusive environment where our people can grow, succeed and make a meaningful impact.\nYou can expect:\nA diverse and collaborative team environment.\nOpportunities for professional development and career progression.\nExposure to nationally significant telecommunications infrastructure projects.\nFlexible and supportive working arrangements where operationally feasible.\nA strong commitment to safety, wellbeing and inclusion.\nAbout Energy and Utilities\nDowner's Energy and Utilities business delivers critical infrastructure services across Australia. 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