Title:  Project 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

Transport Services delivers safe, reliable and accessible transport infrastructure and services to keep Victoria moving, connecting people to what matters most in their lives.

About the role

Fixed term position to 1 December 2027 – Location based in Gippsland

The Project Officer plays a vital role in shaping Gippsland’s future transport system to support a prosperous, connected and liveable Victoria. The role works collaboratively across the transport portfolio, government agencies, Regional Partnerships and local councils to drive integrated land use and transport planning. It leads the East Bairnsdale Strategic Transport and Planning Investigation, addressing challenges such as limited active transport links, congestion, safety risks and unreliable freight movements. The position also oversees the Drouin–Warragul Arterial Road Network Planning Project to guide long-term growth and identify priority transport needs.

Position accountabilities

• Provide strategic planning advice by contributing analysis to major projects such as the Bairnsdale Planning Study and Drouin–Warragul Arterial Road Network Planning Project. Prepare clear briefings, reports and recommendations.
• Engage with key stakeholders including regional industries, government agencies, freight operators, local councils and communities to support integrated transport planning.
• Collaborate across the Transport Services Group and government to align transport and land-use planning, meet project timelines and deliver regional initiatives. Support the Department’s Inclusion Strategy through meaningful engagement with Aboriginal communities.
• Monitor emerging transport trends and provide advice to keep transport plans current and responsive to changes in demand, technology and community expectations.

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Key Selection Criteria
Success in this role requires someone who can translate strategic priorities into practical plans, deliver projects effectively, and think critically about complex issues while anticipating future needs and technological opportunities. The role demands strong interpersonal and collaborative skills to engage stakeholders, tailor communication, and co-create solutions that improve service outcomes. Flexibility, adaptability and a commitment to teamwork ensure the successful delivery of work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications and experience

Mandatory

• Experience in project management.
• Full Victorian Driver’s Licence (without any restriction which preclude the incumbent from performing the inherent requirements of the position and which cannot be reasonably accommodated by the Department)

Desirable

• Experience in transport planning with engineering exposure.

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 Sunday 11 January 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 Leah Bellairs, Senior Transport Planner at leah.bellairs@transport.vic.gov.au.

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