What Leo Jensen Consulting Does

Leo Jensen Consulting is a solo planning and local government management consultancy established in 2009 and based in Queensland. The firm specialises in strategic planning advice, executive management services, and development assessment for local government and private sector clients. Operating from Aspley, the practice draws on over 30 years of Queensland local government experience to deliver independent advisory services across planning, environmental management, and disaster management portfolios.

Planning and Development Services

The practice provides strategic land use planning services under the Planning Act 2016 (Qld), including development assessment, demographic analysis, and land use opportunity studies. The firm prepares planning reports, conducts peer reviews of development applications, and undertakes consultation processes for both internal stakeholders and external community groups. Environmental planning services include site surveys and environmental management planning to support development proposals and strategic planning initiatives.

• Development assessment and planning report preparation
• Strategic land use planning and demographic analysis
• Community consultation and stakeholder engagement
• Environmental planning and site assessment services
• Peer review of planning applications and reports

Local Government Management Solutions

Leo Jensen Consulting operates as a pre-qualified supplier for multiple Queensland councils, providing executive management services including locum placements for senior positions. The firm carries out research investigations, complaints investigations, and process reviews to ensure compliance with relevant legislation and council policies. Management services extend to team building, culture development, and training delivery for councillors and planning staff.

• Executive locum management and vacancy backfill
• Internal investigations and compliance reviews
• Team culture building and mentoring programs
• Training delivery for councillors and staff
• Process reviews and system analysis

Professional Credentials and Experience

The firm holds Registered Professional Planner status with the Planning Institute of Australia and Fellowship recognition from PIA. Leo Jensen Consulting is certified in International Association of Public Participation (IAP2) methodologies and maintains pre-qualified supplier status with the Queensland Government Local Buy arrangements. The practice serves on the University of the Sunshine Coast's Urban Design and Town Planning Advisory Committee and holds qualifications in environmental management and workplace training assessment.

• Fellow of the Planning Institute of Australia (RPIA Fellow)
• IAP2 certified community engagement practitioner
• Pre-qualified supplier for LB309, LB312, and LB335 arrangements
• Master of Science in Environmental Management
• Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning (Honours)

Service Coverage Areas

The practice works across Queensland local government areas, with established panel memberships at Douglas Shire Council, Ipswich City Council, and Balonne Shire Council. The firm serves both metropolitan and regional councils throughout Queensland, delivering services to rural and urban communities. Project experience spans southeast Queensland growth corridors through to remote regional areas requiring specialised local government management support.