Bus Network Design Lead – Regional & School Services

Department of Transport and Planning; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Transport and Planning in Melbourne is seeking a Senior Transport Planner to lead strategic bus network planning, analyse performance data, and collaborate with rail operators, councils and government teams to improve transport connections.

You will guide a high-performing team, drive evidence-based decisions, and prepare high-quality briefings for senior executives to influence funding and policy outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in transport planning or a related field.
• Experience in strategic transport planning or related areas.
• Strong data analysis and evidence-based decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic bus network planning to improve and expand services.
• Analyse network performance and identify service gaps with evidence-based recommendations.
• Collaborate with rail, bus operators, councils and government teams.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team and promote accountability.
• Prepare reports and briefings for senior executives to influence decisions.

Skills

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Education

Tertiary qualification in transport planning or related field

Job description

Department of Transport and Planning in Melbourne is seeking a Senior Transport Planner to lead strategic bus network planning, analyse performance data, and collaborate with rail operators, councils and government teams to improve transport connections.

You will guide a high-performing team, drive evidence-based decisions, and prepare high-quality briefings for senior executives to influence funding and policy outcomes.