Transport Planner

Department of Transport and Planning; Geelong; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Transport and Planning in Victoria is seeking a Transport Planner to lead integrated land use and transport planning across Geelong and Ballarat, aligning transport networks with housing and economic development.

You will review planning projects, advise on transport needs, engage with government, councils and communities, and prepare reports and briefings for planning panels. This is an ongoing full-time role based in regional Victoria.

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in land use planning and/or transport planning.
• At least two years’ experience in a land use and/or transport planning role.
• A current Driver’s Licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead integrated land use and transport planning across the region for Geelong and Ballarat.
• Review planning projects and advise on transport needs.
• Coordinate with government, councils, industry and communities and prepare reports.
• Support planning panels and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Critical thinking

Adaptability

Stakeholder communication

Delivery orientation

Collaboration

Driver's Licence

Education

Tertiary qualification in land use planning and/or transport 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: Transport Planner

Requisition ID: 11822

Work Type: Ongoing Full Time

Fixed Term Period: Not Applicable

Location: South Western Victoria

Date Posted: 17 Aug 2026

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 growing rapidly through new housing, major infrastructure projects and Renewable Energy Zones. The Barwon South West and Grampians region is central to this growth, and DTP helps ensure transport networks support housing delivery, economic development and renewable energy projects.

The Transport Planner leads integrated land use and transport planning across the region, working with government, councils, industry and communities. Key responsibilities include reviewing planning projects, advising on transport needs, managing multiple workstreams, preparing reports and briefings, supporting planning panels and stakeholder engagement, and ensuring transport planning is connected, sustainable, inclusive and aligned with government policy.

What we’re looking for (Selection Criteria)

You’re Someone Who

• Uses strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to analyse complex issues, make informed decisions and identify practical solutions.
• Adapts quickly to changing priorities and works effectively across teams, organisations and diverse stakeholder groups.
• Builds positive relationships by understanding different perspectives and communicating clearly, concisely and appropriately for varied audiences.
• Focuses on achieving outcomes by taking ownership, delivering on commitments and aligning work with organisational objectives.
• Collaborates with stakeholders and partners to develop solutions, support co-design processes and contribute to strategic planning and decision-making.

Qualifications And Experience

You’ll bring:

• A tertiary qualification in land use planning and/or transport planning (mandatory).
• At least two years’ experience in a land use and/or transport planning role (mandatory).
• A current Driver’s Licence (mandatory).

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 Monday, 31 August 2026

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

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