Title: Principal Advisor - Transport Planning Assurance & 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
The Principal Advisor provides strategic advice and assurance to protect the long-term integrity and effectiveness of Victoria’s transport networks. Working across transport planning, precinct planning, infrastructure delivery and partner agencies, the role ensures projects and planning decisions align with approved network strategies, modal plans and investment priorities.
The role provides independent review, identifies risks, opportunities and interdependencies, and ensures transport needs are considered in land use and development planning. It brings together specialist advice to develop whole-of-network recommendations, resolves competing priorities through evidence and collaboration, and translates complex technical information into clear advice for project teams, executives and government decision-makers.
What we’re looking for
You’re someone who:
- Navigates complex stakeholder environments, balancing competing needs, building trust and finding innovative solutions that achieve shared outcomes.
- Thinks critically and strategically, considering the broader organisational context, identifying risks and solving complex problems with practical, lasting solutions.
- Builds strong partnerships and collaboration, facilitating constructive discussions, navigating differences and bringing people together to make informed decisions.
- Takes a future-focused approach, anticipating emerging challenges, embracing change and identifying opportunities to improve systems, processes and service delivery.
- Brings strong technical expertise, particularly in precinct planning, placemaking and intermodal integration, while developing capability and expertise in others.
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Qualifications and experience
You’ll bring:
- List Significant understanding of Victoria’s transport network across all modes and knowledge of major transport infrastructure programs.
- At least 7 years’ experience in the strategic development of infrastructure projects.
- Strong facilitation and co-creation skills, with experience applying them in complex planning situations.
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
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Applications close at 11.59pm on Sunday, 8th November 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 Suzanne Cleary, Director, Strategic Transport Planning and Integration at suzanne.cleary@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
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