Title: Senior Declaration and Land Information Officer
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.
About the group
Planning and Land Services delivers responsive, customer focussed, high quality planning, land administration and property services that support thriving places and connected communities.
About the Role
This role will be responsible for the provision and recording of accurate land status information and the creation and/or supply of declaration records to State government stakeholders, local Councils as well as the public. This role requires a self-motivated, accountable team member who adheres to DTP guidelines, standards and legislative requirements.
Some of the duties of the role include but are not limited to:
– Preparation of required documentation to support the gazettal of road declarations and reconciliation of anomalies
– Provide land status and technical advice
– Maintain the Register of Public Roads
– Support and improve land information data, systems and tools
– Provide direction and training to staff
– Work closely with stakeholders and other State government colleagues to deliver required outcomes
The incumbent requires a sound knowledge of Victoria’s cadastral, land information systems, road declaration and sound capability with CAD software packages, at a level to support the delivery of declaration and land status services for a variety of government projects.
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We are seeking a proactive professional with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills who can interpret legislation, policies and guidelines to make informed decisions and deliver practical solutions in complex environments. The ideal candidate will coordinate and monitor project activities, apply sound business and customer focus, and adapt quickly to changing priorities while working collaboratively across teams and organisations.
Position Outcomes / Accountabilities
– Effectively coordinates projects to ensure they are delivered on time and within budget and to specified, established and recognised work procedures and quality standards
– Negotiates with and influence relevant parties (clients/contractors/stakeholders) to establish and maintain ongoing relationships and ensure successful outcomes and deliverables for DTP
– Undertake and delivers road declarations and changes to DTP’s declared road network including the monitoring and maintenance of the DTP Register of Public Roads and other road management records, in accordance with the Road Management Act and Major Transport Project Facilitation Act, under limited supervision.
– Provides key advice to internal and external stakeholders on complex declaration and land status matters
– Works cooperatively and collaboratively with team members and has effectively coordinated declaration works/duties and land status enquiries within defined scopes as assigned by supervisor/s. Develops less experienced team members to enhance the overall performance of the business
Technical capabilities
– Cadastral Surveying and/or Road Declaration (Applied) - Skilled in road declaration functions, the practitioner accurately performs road declaration related activities to define road boundaries and responsibilities. They understand legal requirements in this field and prepare the necessary documentation
and reports. They work independently and collaborate with other team members (as required) and have an in-depth understanding of road declaration and how it is applied in transport infrastructure projects and operational and maintenance requirements.
Qualifications and Experience
– Knowledge of the Victorian cadastral and/or roads management systems and relevant legislations.(mandatory)
– Experience in providing high level technical advice to a range of stakeholders. (mandatory)
– Tertiary qualification in Geomatics or a related discipline (Surveying, GIS, etc.). (desirable)
Other position-specific requirements
– Driver’s License
– Ability to travel, work and stay overnight across locations within metropolitan and regional Victoria outside normal working hours as reasonably required.
– The occupational health and safety requirements of this position may include, but are not limited to:
– Sedentary desk work
– Manual handling
What we offer
• Meaningful work making Victorian communities more accessible and liveable
• Professional growth and development opportunities across the department and the wider Victorian Public Services
• A hybrid working model focused on collaboration and teamwork
• Optimal work-life balance initiatives including flexible working arrangements
• Opportunity to work across multiple urban and suburban hubs
• We prioritise the development of a safe and inclusive culture
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 at 11.59pm on Wednesday, the 11th of February 2026.
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 Pradeepa Chandrasekara, Manager Declaration and Land Information via Pradeepa.Chandrasekara@transport.vic.gov.au or on 03 98542247.
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