Planning And Coordination Manager

Parks Victoria; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Parks Victoria is seeking an experienced Planning & Coordination Manager for the Greater Melbourne Region. Reporting to the Manager, Regional Operations, you will align operational planning, performance and strategic initiatives to deliver regional priorities.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams, drive continuous improvement, manage budgets and contracts, and provide high‑level strategic advice. You’ll collaborate with Traditional Owners, community groups and partners to ensure sustainable,

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading operational planning, coordination or business management within a complex organisation.
• Demonstrated capability in contract management, business planning and performance monitoring.
• Strong strategic thinking translating priorities into practical outcomes.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and fostering high-performance cultures.
• Experience managing budgets, resources, contracts and complex programs.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
• Strong governance, risk management and decision-making capability.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and coordination across the Greater Melbourne Region.
• Coordinate complex programs of work and monitor performance.
• Provide high-level strategic advice to management.
• Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Collaborate with stakeholders including Traditional Owners, community groups and partners.
• Support transformation and governance improvements.

Skills

Operational planning

Contract management

Budget management

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic thinking

Team leadership

Governance & risk

Job description

Lead strategic planning, operational excellence and organisational performance across Parks Victoria's Greater Melbourne Region.

• Drive operational excellence across one of Victoria's most diverse regions.
• Influence strategic outcomes through leadership, planning and partnerships.
• Fixed-term opportunity through to October 2027.

About the role

We're seeking an experienced and strategic leader to join Parks Victoria as Planning & Coordination Manager within our Greater Melbourne Region.

Reporting to the Manager, Regional Operations, you'll play a key role in supporting the delivery of regional and organisational priorities by aligning operational planning, business performance and strategic initiatives. You'll provide high-level strategic advice, coordinate complex programs of work, drive continuous improvement, and lead multidisciplinary teams to enhance performance and deliver outcomes across a diverse operational environment.

As a strategic enabler, you'll support organisational transformation, optimise resource allocation, strengthen governance and planning processes, and foster a high-performing, collaborative culture. You'll also work closely with internal and external stakeholders, including Traditional Owners, community groups and partners, to help deliver sustainable, accessible and culturally appropriate outcomes across Victoria's parks and reserves.

About the team

The Operations and Delivery Division leads Parks Victoria's on-ground park management operations, including joint management partnerships with Traditional Owners, construction and maintenance of visitor infrastructure and assets, community engagement and education activities, compliance and enforcement operations, conservation programs and commercial facility management.

The Division brings together end-to-end accountability for the management of Victoria's parks, reserves, designated local ports and waterways. Supported by organisational centres of expertise and corporate enabling functions, the Division delivers practical, community-focused outcomes that protect natural and cultural values while enhancing visitor experiences.

We're looking for someone with:

• Proven experience leading operational planning, coordination or business management functions within a complex organisation.
• Demonstrated capability in contract management, business planning and performance monitoring.
• Strong strategic thinking and the ability to translate organisational priorities into practical outcomes.
• Demonstrated success leading multidisciplinary teams and fostering high-performance cultures.
• Experience managing budgets, resources, contracts and complex operational programs.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and influencing skills across diverse internal and external environments.
• Strong governance, risk management and decision-making capability.

Application Close date: 20th November 2026

Sound like you?

We focus on hiring people who value collaboration and integrity. We value a culture where everyone can be themselves at work, regardless of background, orientation, age or gender.

Employment Requirements

Parks Victoria is committed to child safety and has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children, in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards. All prospective employees to undergo a National Police Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencing employment.