Hong Kong Housing Society
Creating Homes for Sustainable Living
Established in 1948, the Hong Kong Housing Society is a leading independent, not-for-profit organisation committed to addressing the housing needs of the Hong Kong community. With a strong social mission and a reputation for integrity, we provide quality housing and related services that enhance the well-being of society.
Guided by our vision to be a world-class housing solution provider and innovator, we uphold the highest standards of quality, value for money, and prudent management. Our core values—Customer, Quality, Talent, and Prudence—form the foundation of our operations and decision-making.
As a trusted “housing laboratory,” HKHS continues to pioneer innovative housing models, promote sustainable development, and deliver solutions that meet the evolving needs of the community.
Join us and contribute to shaping a sustainable future for Hong Kong.
The Job
- Assist in conducting researches and analyses as well as planning, development or technical feasibility studies to identify housing development opportunities in Hong Kong.
- Assist in assessing the compliance with town planning related legislations and guidelines as well as the compliance with planning approvals including any approval conditions for the committed and potential projects.
- Provide advice on the strategy of seeking necessary planning approvals and facilitate the submission of planning briefs, planning applications, Master Layout Plans and technical assessments.
- Provide support to in-house teams on town planning, urban design, development control systems and other related technical expertise.
- Prepare consultancy briefs, coordinate with consultant teams and monitor consultant teams’ performances.
- Liaise with Government authorities and different stakeholders such as district councils, local concern groups, etc. to facilitate the planning and development processes.
- Assist in supervising and coaching the team members in their roles.
The Person
- Degree holder in town planning or equivalent.
- Member of the Hong Kong Institute of Planners (HKIP) or the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) or equivalent with minimum 5 years’ post-qualification experience OR Master or Bachelor Degree holder in Town Planning or equivalent with minimum 8 years’ relevant experience.
- Relevant experience shall include practical experience in securing planning approvals in Hong Kong.
- At least 2 years’ experience in managerial position.
- Strategic thinking, accepting changes with good analytical, presentation, supervisory and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent spoken and written English and Chinese. Good spoken Putonghua is an advantage.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, design/ presentation software and Chinese Word processing. Knowledge in Geographic Information System is preferable.
- Candidates with less experience will be considered for lower position.
Attractive remuneration package will be offered to suitable candidates. To apply, please submit online application: https://careers.hkhs.com/. You are welcome to visit our website www.hkhs.com to learn more about us.
Applicants not invited for interview within 8 weeks may consider their applications unsuccessful.
Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the Housing Society’s personal data policies which is available in our website and obtainable upon request. Please refer to the Policy Statement on Employment Related Data under Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance in our website.