Title:  Planner

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.   

Housing, Building and Land Delivery drives balanced urban growth by delivering zoned land for housing, jobs and infrastructure in State-led areas, a pipeline of government-owned land for development, and an improved building system.

About the role
*This is a Fixed-Term Contact up until 31/12/2026*
As a motivated Planner, you’ll to contribute to shaping sustainable and liveable communities across metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria. In this role, you will support the preparation of a wide range of strategic plans, including structure plans, precinct structure plans, comprehensive development plans, growth frameworks and infrastructure contribution plans.

You’ll be part of a team, working with professionals in sustainability, transport, community services, and open space planning to deliver projects that respond to the needs of both established suburbs and growing regions. The role also provides the opportunity to contribute to process improvements as part of the new proposal approach outlined in the PSP Guidelines (2021).

This position is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong communication, problem-solving and organisational skills who is eager to gain experience in planning policy and project delivery in a collaborative environment.

To access the Position Description, please click here.  

Position Accountabilities
In this role, you will:

• Assist with the preparation of strategic plans and supporting documents.
• Liaise with councils, government agencies, and other stakeholders to support effective planning outcomes.
• Provide input into proposals, briefs, and presentations.
• Support project teams through coordination, meeting management, and accurate record-keeping.
• Contribute to process improvements, innovation, and continuous improvement within the planning process.

Qualifications and experience 
Mandatory  

• A tertiary qualification in Urban Planning or equivalent

Desirable

• Membership of the Planning Institute of Australia or an equivalent professional body.
• Two years’ experience of working in accordance with the Victoria Planning System, application of its associated legislation, processes and practices.

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 
Click the ‘Apply’ button to be redirected to our recruitment platform, where you may need to create an account to submit your application. 
 
If you encounter any issues, refer to our Quick Reference Guide for step-by-step instructions. 

Applications close at 11.59pm on Thursday, 16th of October 2025. 
 
Please include both your resume and a cover letter. 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 Dale Bristow - Strategic Planning Manager, at dale.bristow@transport.vic.gov.au. 
 

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