Title: Senior Transport Planner

Requisition ID: 11662

Work Type: Ongoing Full Time

Fixed Term Period: Not Applicable

Location: Melbourne - East

Date Posted: 31 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 primary purpose of the role is to utilise competence in transport engineering to assist planners to assess planning permit referrals for land use developments affecting the operation of the transport network of various complexities and respond to planning referrals and enquiries in line with statutory timeframes under the Planning & Environment Act 1987 and Subdivision Act 1988.

What we’re looking for (Selection Criteria)

You’re Someone Who

- Interprets guidelines, analyses information, identifies gaps and applies sound judgement to resolve complex issues.
- Understands stakeholder needs, builds positive relationships and develops practical, mutually beneficial solutions.
- Communicates clearly, confidently and credibly, including when managing difficult or sensitive conversations.
- Gains support and buy-in for ideas and engages the right people to achieve outcomes.
- Identifies opportunities to improve processes, systems and service delivery and develops innovative solutions.
- Considers the broader context,



anticipates future needs and looks for better ways of working.
- Works collaboratively, shares information, supports colleagues and contributes to a positive team environment.
- Responds quickly and positively to changing priorities, systems and situations.

Qualifications And Experience

You’ll bring:

- Tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering (Transport Engineering) or related discipline

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.

Applications close at 11.59pm on Sunday, 13th September 2026.

For further information about the role, please contact Will de Waard, Transport Planning Specialist at [email protected].

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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📌 Senior Transport Planner (Williamstown)
🏢 Department of Transport and Planning
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