Title: Advisor - Building Policy and Reform
About us
We create thriving places and connected communities. We bring together transport, planning, land use, precinct and policy functions in a single department to deliver the best outcomes for Victorians.
Together with our portfolio agencies, we are responsible for planning, building, operating and maintaining Victoria’s transport, planning and land services for use by all.
We foster a safe, inclusive and constructive place to work.
Play a key role in building policy and governance that shapes Victoria’s future
Join a high-performing team at the heart of Victoria’s housing and building reform agenda. As an Advisor in the Office of the Deputy Secretary, you’ll provide trusted advice, policy guidance, and governance support on some of the state’s most important planning and building system challenges.
About the role
This is an ongoing, full-time VPS5 opportunity.
As Advisor Building, you’ll contribute to the effective functioning of the Housing, Building and Land Delivery Group. You’ll work closely with the Deputy Secretary and senior Advisors to deliver high-quality policy advice, review complex briefs and reports, and help steer decision-making on key priorities. This is a collaborative and influential role, requiring strong judgement, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work across a wide network of stakeholders.
For a full description of the role, click here
What you’ll bring
You’re a critical thinker who sees connections across policy, governance and service delivery. You communicate with impact, adapt to changing priorities, and collaborate with ease. You know how to influence others, support good decision-making, and are comfortable working in fast-paced, high-stakes environments. Experience in government, public policy or the building sector will serve you well, and you’ll bring a sharp eye for quality and detail.
Qualifications and experience
A tertiary qualification in law, public policy, land use planning, economics or a related discipline is highly desirable. Familiarity with the building regulatory system in Victoria is an advantage, along with experience in government processes, governance and policy reform.
What we offer
Working at the Department of Transport and Planning provides people with the opportunity to contribute to creating thriving places and connected communities for all Victorians.
For further details please refer to: Careers at the Department of Transport and Planning | vic.gov.au
Pre-employment checks and employment conditions
All new appointments to the department will be subject to a National Criminal Records Check, Misconduct Screening, and a Qualification Check where there is a requirement for a mandatory qualification. Information provided to the Department of Transport and Planning will be treated in the strictest confidence consistent with the requirements of the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014.
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.
Non-VPS applicants will be subject to a probation period of six months.
How to apply
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Applications close 11.59pm on Wednesday 9 July 2025
Please include a resume and cover letter.
All applications must be submitted through the online portal.
We’re unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.
For further information about the role please contact Steven Elliott – Senior Advisor via Steven.Elliott@transport.vic.gov.au.
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