Professional Town Planner (Pr. Plan)

Professional Town Planner (Pr. Plan) Hire Resolve R30,000 - R40,000 per month Permanent Senior position Durban (Durban CBD) Posted 19 Apr 2026 by Hire Resolve Expires in 20 days Job 2636865 - Ref 179517 Save Apply Now About the position A multidisciplinary built environment consultancy delivering integrated planning and development solutions across South Africa, is currently seeking a Professional Town Planner (Pr. Plan) to join their team in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. This role is suited to a registered professional who is technically strong, commercially aware, and capable of independently managing planning processes in complex regulatory environments. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving development approvals, managing applications, and contributing to spatial planning initiatives—particularly within housing and land development programmes. Responsibilities Manage and prepare a wide range of statutory planning applications from inception through to approval (rezoning, consent use, subdivision, consolidation) Handle lodgement and processing of municipal planning applications Engage with municipal officials, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary professional teams Provide strategic planning input into development feasibility and project structuring Compile high-quality planning reports and supporting documentation Monitor regulatory processes and proactively address delays, risks, or objections Contribute to Spatial Development Frameworks (SDFs), precinct plans, and local area plans Support coordination across engineering, environmental, and architectural disciplines Assist in policy-aligned development proposals and spatial planning initiatives Requirements Registered as a Professional Planner (Pr. Plan) with SACPLAN for a minimum of 2 years Minimum of 5 years’ experience in town and regional planning Relevant qualification (BTRP / BSc / BPlan or higher) Proven experience in development applications and municipal processes Working knowledge of SDFs, IDPs, precinct and local area planning Experience in housing developments, informal settlement upgrading, or title deed programmes (advantageous) Strong understanding of provincial and municipal planning legislation Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel Key Competencies: Strong understanding of real-world municipal decision-making processes Ability to independently manage and take ownership of projects Commercial awareness and practical approach to planning Ability to navigate complex or imperfect systems with professionalism Balance between technical accuracy and delivery-focused execution Benefits Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move. Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience. Apply for this role today on LinkedIn, or contact Lisa [Email Address Removed] .com We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise. Desired Skills: Professional Town Planner (Pr. Plan) Professional Town Planner (Pr. Plan) Professional Town Planner (Pr. Plan) Apply Now Hire Resolve View agency profile See all Hire Resolve jobs About the agency Hire Resolve is a specialist Recruitment & Staffing firm founded in 2004.

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