Becoming an Urban and Regional Planner in Queensland

About this role

Develop and implement plans and policies for the controlled use of urban, regional and rural land.

What you might do day-to-day in this job

Typical tasks for an Urban and Regional Planner include:

• compile and analyse data on the factors affecting land use
• confer with government authorities, communities, architects, social scientists, legal professionals, and other specialists
• recommend use and development of land
• present plans, programs and designs to groups and individuals
• review and evaluate environmental impact reports
• stay up to date with changes in building and zoning codes, regulations and other legal issues
• may serve as mediators in disputes over planning proposals and projects
• may speak at public meetings and appear before Government to explain planning proposals.