Title: Transport Planner

Requisition ID: 11632

Work Type: Ongoing Full Time

Fixed Term Period: Not Applicable

Location: Melbourne - East

Date Posted: 28 Aug 2026

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 Transport Planner Advisor supports the Transport Network Planning Integration team to plan for Melbourne’s future transport and land use needs. The role reviews development and transport proposals, ensuring different transport modes work together and support future communities and broader network objectives.

Key responsibilities include providing integrated transport advice, contributing to network and corridor plans, applying Movement and Place principles, and supporting transport project development. The role also engages with senior leaders, government, councils and community stakeholders, provides timely advice, and independently manages multiple tasks and projects across a broad geographic or functional area.

What we’re looking for (Selection Criteria)

You’re Someone Who

- Thinks strategically and considers the broader transport network, land use and community needs when assessing plans and proposals.
- Seeks input from others, considers different perspectives and uses sound judgement to develop balanced recommendations.




- Communicates clearly and concisely, producing high-quality briefs, reports and correspondence tailored to the audience and purpose.
- Approaches problems thoughtfully, gathering relevant information and developing practical, workable solutions.
- Builds positive stakeholder and team relationships, collaborates effectively, manages expectations and respects diverse perspectives and working styles.

Qualifications And Experience

You’ll bring:

- A relevant tertiary degree such as Planning, Economics or Engineering is required.

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.

For further information about the role, please contact Daniel Zaslona, Manager Strategic Land Use Planning at

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.

Key Information

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