Robert Bennett

Robert Bennett is the Director at NoblePlanning, located in the Greater Sydney Area. He has over 25 years of experience as a strategic and statutory planner, having held senior roles in both government and private sector organizations. His expertise includes navigating complex legal, logistical, and political issues associated with large-scale developments.

Professional Background

Before his current role at NoblePlanning, which he has held since July 2022, Bennett served as the Director of Urban & Regional Planning at Elton Consulting for five years. He also worked as the State Planning Manager for NSW/ACT at Lendlease from 2011 to 2017, where he was responsible for strategic planning issues and represented the company in various industry committees.

Bennett's public sector experience includes leading a team at the NSW Department of Planning, focusing on long-term planning strategies for Sydney Harbour. His international experience encompasses significant projects in the UK and Nigeria, including involvement in the UK's largest development application by a private company.

Education

Bennett earned his Bachelor's degrees in Town & Country Planning and Urban Planning from The University of Manchester.12