Senior Transport Planner

Department of Transport and Planning; Geelong; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Transport and Planning is seeking a Senior Transport Planner to lead integrated land use and transport planning across regional Victoria. The role involves managing a team of Transport Planners, delivering regional transport strategies, and guiding stakeholder engagement to enable housing and economic growth.

Based in Geelong or Ballarat, you will contribute to a safe, inclusive, high-performing workplace while representing DTP in planning forums and delivering connected,

Qualifications

• Requires tertiary qualification in transport or urban planning.
• Experience leading teams in transport or land use planning preferred.
• Current driver's licence mandatory and ability to meet safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead integrated land use and transport planning across the region.
• Develop regional transport strategies and oversee complex projects.
• Coordinate stakeholder engagement and represent DTP in planning forums.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical/problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in transport or urban planning

Job description

About Us

We create thriving places and connected communities. We plan, build and maintain Victoria’s transport, planning and land services. We are committed to a safe, inclusive and high-performing workplace.

Title: Senior Transport Planner

Requisition ID: 11823

Work Type: Ongoing Full Time

Fixed Term Period: Not Applicable

Location: South Western Victoria

Date Posted: 17 Aug 2026

About Us

We create thriving places and connected communities. We plan, build and maintain Victoria’s transport, planning and land services. We are committed to a safe, inclusive and 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

This position is available in Geelong or Ballarat.

Regional Victoria is experiencing strong growth through new housing, major infrastructure investment and Renewable Energy Zones. The Barwon South West and Grampians region is key to supporting this growth, with DTP helping to ensure transport networks enable housing delivery, economic development and the transition to renewable energy.

The Senior Transport Planner leads integrated land use and transport planning across the region, while managing a team of Transport Planners and contributing to the Transport Strategy leadership team. The role oversees complex projects, develops regional transport strategies, coordinates stakeholder engagement and represents DTP in planning forums to support connected, sustainable and inclusive regional communities.

What we’re looking for (Selection Criteria)

You’re Someone Who

• Thinks strategically, balancing long-term vision with practical action, and translating strategic priorities into meaningful outcomes.
• Stays informed on emerging trends, conducts research, and uses insights, data and professional networks to support decision-making.
• Communicates complex information clearly and effectively through high-quality briefs, reports, presentations and stakeholder communications.
• Builds strong stakeholder relationships, influences outcomes, gains buy-in and develops partnerships that deliver shared objectives.
• Leads and supports teams while applying strong analytical and problem-solving skills to drive innovation, continuous improvement and effective outcomes.

Qualifications And Experience

You’ll bring:

• A relevant tertiary qualification, preferably in transport or urban planning (mandatory).
• Experience in transport or land use planning, with team leadership and people management experience highly regarded.
• A current Driver's Licence (mandatory) and the ability to meet any required medical and safety compliance requirements.

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.

For further information about the role, please contact Adam Lorensene, Manager Transport Strategy at [e-mail].

Redeployees

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