Principal Advisor - Transport Planning Assurance & Integration

Department of Transport and Planning; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Transport and Planning in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Senior Strategist to lead strategic development of infrastructure projects, with a focus on precinct planning, placemaking and intermodal integration. You will navigate complex stakeholder environments, build partnerships and develop capability across teams.

The role requires at least 7 years of experience in strategic development of infrastructure projects, strong facilitation and co-creation skills, and a deep

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in strategic development of infrastructure projects.
• Strong facilitation and co-creation skills.
• Significant understanding of Victoria’s transport network across all modes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development of infrastructure projects.
• Collaborate with agencies to deliver precinct planning, placemaking and intermodal integration.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Facilitation

Intermodal planning

Placemaking

Risk assessment

Partnership building

Job description

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: 12744

About Us

We create thriving places andconnectedcommunities. We plan,buildandmaintainVictoria’s transport,planningand land services. We are committed to a safe,inclusiveand high-performing workplace.

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace where our people can thrive and do meaningful work.

About the role

Whatwe’relooking for

You’resomeone who:

• Navigates complex stakeholder environments, balancing competing needs, building trust and finding innovative solutions that achieve shared outcomes.
• Thinks critically and strategically, considering the broader organisational context, identifying risks and solving complex problems with practical, lasting solutions.
• Builds strong partnerships and collaboration, facilitating constructive discussions, navigating differences and bringing people together to make informed decisions.
• Takes a future-focused approach, anticipating emerging challenges, embracing change and identifying opportunities to improve systems, processes and service delivery.
• Brings strong technical expertise, particularly in precinct planning, placemaking and intermodal integration, while developing capability and expertise in others.
• List Significant understanding of Victoria’s transport network across all modes and knowledge of major transport infrastructure programs.
• At least 7 years’ experience in the strategic development of infrastructure projects.
• Strong facilitation and co-creation skills, with experience applying them in complex planning situations.

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions

Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will be required.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position.

Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.

Applications close at 11.59pm on Sunday, 8th November 2026.

For further information about the role, please contact Suzanne Cleary, Director, Strategic Transport Planning and Integration at [e-mail]

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Applications close Sunday 8 November 2026 at 11.59pm