Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: 12538

DTP Graduate - Planner

About Us

We create thriving places andconnectedcommunities. We plan,buildandmaintainVictoria’s transport,planningand land services. We are committed to a safe,inclusiveand high-performing workplace.

This is a two-year Fixed Term Graduate position.

As a Graduate Planner, you'll support statutory and strategic planning policy and projects that help shape how Victoria grows, working across the Victoria Planning Provisions and other planning mechanisms. You'll research, analyse and help draft planning documents, reports and briefings, working alongside a collaborative team in our State Planning Policy and Reform Division. You'll also get exposure to stakeholder engagement, including working respectfully with Traditional Owners and First Peoples. It's a great way to build a foundation in Victoria's planning system from the ground up.

What’s the DTP Graduate Program?

The DTP Graduate Program gives you the prospect to build your career while contributing to the transport, planning and land services priorities that shape Victoria.

Why choose DTP?

Bring your degree to life: Put your knowledge, skills and fresh ideas into practice through real work at DTP.

Build your career: Gain practical experience and develop skills for a career in public service.

See your work in action: Get out of the office, visit real project sites and see how DTP delivers transport, planning and land services projects for Victorians.

Learn and grow: Access tailored learning, mentoring and professional development to build your confidence and capability.

What we're looking for?

You're someone who:

- Communicates clearly, adapting technical planning concepts for different audiences




- Enjoys problem-solving and applying planning principles to real work
- Is proactive, organised and detail-focused
- Works well in a team and pitches in where needed
- Is curious about statutory and strategic planning, and keen to build a career in it

Qualifications and experience

- A relevant qualification in urban planning (or currently working towards one)- mandatory
- Awareness of the Victoria Planning Provisions and the Planning and Environment Act 1987 - desirable
- A genuine interest in statutory and strategic planning - desirable

Who can apply?

- Graduated, or be due to graduate, from an Australian or New Zealand University between 1 December 2024 and 31 January 2027.
- Be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with full working rights for the required period.

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 Tuesday 22 September2026.

Please include your transcript, resume and a cover letter

All applications must besubmittedvia the online portal,we’reunable to accept email or manual submissions.

Interviews may be conducted in person or virtually, depending on your location and the hiring manager’s requirements.

If you require any adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process or need the advert or attachments in an accessible format (e.g., large print), please contact us. We're here to support you.

Applications close Tuesday 22 September 2026 at 11.59pm

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📌 DTP Graduate - Planner (Melbourne)
🏢 State Government Of Victoria, Australia
📍 Melbourne