Lead Principal Planner – Metro North/West

Department of Transport & Planning Victoria; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Transport & Planning Victoria in Melbourne seeks a Principal Planner to deliver complex land use planning projects and lead planning scheme amendments. You will provide expert advice to senior executives and government decision-makers, with autonomy to analyse issues and craft innovative planning solutions.

You will engage stakeholders, balance priorities, and navigate policy and legislation in a culturally safe workplace, contributing to a high-performing organisation.

Qualifications

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Planning.
• A thorough working knowledge of the planning system.
• Proven technical leadership skills and expertise in providing strategic direction in a complex environment.
• Exceptional analytical skills to address policy issues and guide decision-making.
• Experience delivering complex land use planning projects in public or private sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of complex planning scheme amendments and provide expert land use planning advice.
• Analyse complex issues and develop innovative planning solutions.
• Prepare high-quality advice, reports and briefing materials for senior executives and government decision-makers.
• Navigate policy, legislative and planning environments while supporting a safe, inclusive workplace.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Collaboration

Policy knowledge

Education

Tertiary qualification in Planning

Job description

Department of Transport & Planning Victoria in Melbourne seeks a Principal Planner to deliver complex land use planning projects and lead planning scheme amendments. You will provide expert advice to senior executives and government decision-makers, with autonomy to analyse issues and craft innovative planning solutions.

You will engage stakeholders, balance priorities, and navigate policy and legislation in a culturally safe workplace, contributing to a high-performing organisation.