Title:  Analyst Land Supply and Development

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.

People, Legal and Governance provides business enabling people, legal and corporate services functions, to drive a high-performance culture; timely and accessible legal advice and services; and to support integrated operations and portfolio wide programs.

Job description:
Help people navigate change — and keep skills where they matter most.

The Analyst – Land Supply and Development is responsible for generating and analysing data related to residential and non-residential land uses, to effectively monitor land supply and development. This position conducts comprehensive analyses utilising spatial information systems and non-spatial analysis tools to produce data sets, reports, and mapping in support of the Urban Development Program’s deliverables, as well as other initiatives addressing land supply and development across Victoria. The Analyst also provides expert advice and analysis on land supply and development to a diverse range of stakeholders.

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What we're looking for (Selection Criteria)

You're someone who:

• Communicates with clarity, presenting ideas logically and tailoring messages to the audience.

• Influences and persuades, aligning ideas with others’ values, needs and goals to gain support.

• Applies critical thinking and problem-solving, using data, guidelines or consultation to make informed decisions.

• Seeks innovation and continuous improvement, encouraging new ideas and enhancing outcomes and efficiency.

• Adapts quickly to change, staying flexible and collaborating effectively across teams.

Your experience

You'll bring:

• Tertiary qualification in urban planning, spatial sciences or related field (mandatory).
• Experience with GIS software and programming languages such as R or Python (desirable).
• Experience relevant to the accountabilities and capabilities of the role (desirable).

Culture Value

We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds representing the community that we serve, including veterans, parents, carers, First Peoples, people with disability, multicultural, multifaith and LGBTIQA+ individuals.

As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture. Through shared actions and behaviours aligned with our strategy and direction, we empower our people to thrive and meaningfully contribute to the department's goals.

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.

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 20th February 2026.

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 David Matthews, Principal Demographer Email: david.matthews@transport.vic.gov.au

Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Transport and Planning will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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The Analyst – Land Supply and Development is responsible for generating and analysing data related to residential and non-residential land uses, to effectively monitor land supply and development. This position conducts comprehensive analyses utilising spatial information systems and non-spatial analysis tools to produce data sets, reports, and mapping in support of the Urban Development Program’s deliverables, as well as other initiatives addressing land supply and development across Victoria. The Analyst also provides expert advice and analysis on land supply and development to a diverse range of stakeholders.