Senior Impact Assessor: Environmental Project Lead

Department of Transport & Planning Victoria; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Transport & Planning Victoria in Melbourne seeks a Senior Impact Assessor to lead statutory environmental impact assessments for major projects across Victoria, coordinating interfaces with approval processes under state and Commonwealth law. You will prepare high-quality advice for senior leaders, guide team members, and drive improvements in how environmental assessments are delivered.

The role emphasizes collaboration, governance, and robust stakeholder engagement within a

Qualifications

• Mandatory tertiary qualification and depth of technical expertise in environment impact assessment (EIA) and related environmental approval processes.
• Proven skills and experience in effectively project managing EIA and approvals for complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead statutory environmental impact assessments for projects across Victoria and coordinate interfaces with approval processes under Victorian and Commonwealth legislation.
• Prepare high-quality advice for senior leaders and decision-makers, guide and support team members, and drive continuous improvement in environmental assessments.
• Manage relationships with government agencies, project proponents and stakeholders to ensure timely, compliant outcomes.

Skills

EIA expertise

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Clear communication

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Job description

Department of Transport & Planning Victoria in Melbourne seeks a Senior Impact Assessor to lead statutory environmental impact assessments for major projects across Victoria, coordinating interfaces with approval processes under state and Commonwealth law. You will prepare high-quality advice for senior leaders, guide team members, and drive improvements in how environmental assessments are delivered.

The role emphasizes collaboration, governance, and robust stakeholder engagement within a