Title:  Director, Strategic Transport Planning and Integration

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 is a fixed term position for up to five years. 

Reporting to the Executive Director, Transport Planning, and based in Melbourne CBD, the Director, Strategic Transport Planning and Integration leads the development and delivery of integrated medium- and long-term transport plans that support the growth of Victoria’s multimodal transport system. 

The Director provides strategic leadership to shape transport investment priorities, develop integrated transport policy, and align transport planning with land use, housing and economic development objectives. Leading DTP’s Movement and Place function, the role drives a coordinated, whole-of-network approach to planning for future jobs, housing and transport networks, balancing future infrastructure needs with better utilisation of existing assets. Working closely with Housing, Building and Land Delivery, the Director ensures transport plans are subject to rigorous change control and provides authoritative, evidence-based advice to senior departmental leaders, central agencies and Ministerial Offices. 

What we’re looking for 

You’re someone who: 

• Develops long-term, multi-phased plans and implements complex strategies to build buy-in from key internal and external stakeholders, negotiating to achieve desired outcomes. 

• Considers a broad range of topics beyond the immediate area of work, working across government and at senior levels to develop and deliver sustainable solutions. 

• Uses formal and informal influencing relationships and decision-making processes, ensuring solutions adhere to values, ethics and legal obligations. 

• Coaches others and engages key stakeholders in strategic planning, thinking at a whole-of-system level to develop a vision for the future. 

• Provides expert advice and analysis to guide planning decisions that align transport, safety, environmental and placemaking priorities. 

Click here  to access the Position Description. 

Qualifications and experience 

You’ll bring: 

• More than 10 years’ experience leading a high-performing transport planning function (mandatory). 

• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective relationships with diverse stakeholders in a complex government environment (mandatory). 

• Relevant qualifications in transport planning and policy reform (desirable). 

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. 

How to apply 

Click the ‘Apply’ button to be redirected to our recruitment platform, where you may need to create an account to submit your application. 

Applications close at 11.59pm on Sunday, 4th October 2026. 

Please include both your resume and a cover letter addressing how your experience addresses each of the key selection criteria for the role. All applications must be submitted via the online portal, we’re unable to accept email or manual submissions. 

For further information about the role, please contact Stuart Johns, at stuart.johns@transport.vic.gov.au. 

Redeployees 

If you are a VPS redeployee, please state this in your cover letter and include your case manager’s contact details. This helps ensure your redeployment status is appropriately considered. For more information on redeployment, visit the Victorian Government policy