Senior Planner: Strategic Policy & Complex Projects

Department of Transport and Planning; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Transport and Planning in Melbourne is seeking a Senior Planner to lead strategic planning policies and projects. You will provide high-quality statutory and strategic planning advice, manage complex initiatives, and develop policy options for government commitments.

You will engage with stakeholders and agencies, interpret legislation, and prepare planning documents. A relevant qualification and extensive planning experience are required for this fixed-term role.

Qualifications

• Ability to influence and engage stakeholders to gain support for ideas.
• Develops clear, strategic policy solutions balancing community needs and priorities.
• Think critically to solve complex problems and deliver practical solutions.
• Lead complex projects with resources and stakeholders to meet strategic objectives.
• Advance statutory planning expertise while mentoring others.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning policies and projects supporting government strategies.
• Provide high-quality statutory and strategic planning advice.
• Manage complex projects, develop policy options and prepare planning documents.
• Engage with stakeholders and Traditional Owners in respectful consultation.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic policy development

Critical thinking

Project leadership

Statutory planning expertise

Education

Urban planning qualification

Victoria Planning Provisions knowledge

Experience in government planning

Job description

The Department of Transport and Planning in Melbourne is seeking a Senior Planner to lead strategic planning policies and projects. You will provide high-quality statutory and strategic planning advice, manage complex initiatives, and develop policy options for government commitments.

You will engage with stakeholders and agencies, interpret legislation, and prepare planning documents. A relevant qualification and extensive planning experience are required for this fixed-term role.