Department of Transport & Planning Victoria – Melbourne VIC
This is a Fixed Term Position until 30 June ****
The role supports DTP's review of the State's rail franchise framework by leading the evaluation and development of rail land development proposals. It involves working independently, managing multiple advisors and stakeholders, and delivering key outputs within the procurement process.
The role provides expert commercial and strategic advice on complex land development issues, resolves challenges, evaluates and develops proposals, and contributes to transaction documents and government approvals. It requires strong commercial judgement, stakeholder management and collaboration to deliver timely, high-quality outcomes aligned with project objectives.
Whatwe'relooking for
You'resomeone who:
Brings strong policy and commercial expertise, using market insight, data and analysis to develop practical, value-for-money solutions and sound risk allocation.
Influences and negotiates with confidence, providing trusted advice, building commitment and securing stakeholder buy-in for complex commercial and strategic outcomes.
Builds strong stakeholder relationships, navigating competing interests and facilitating timely, creative solutions to complex issues.
Leads complex procurement and contracting, with experience shaping procurement strategies, evaluating contracts and leading high-risk negotiations to achieve strong outcomes.
Thinks strategically about the market, shaping sourcing approaches that encourage innovation, sustainability and long-term economic value
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Qualifications and experience




You'llbring:
List Land development and public transport expertise, with demonstrated experience in land development and an understanding of public transport franchising and/or service contracting (mandatory).
Major procurement experience, including project development, tendering, contract management and working across procurement models with bidders and suppliers (mandatory).
Strong government and commercial delivery capability, with a proven record of leading advice and achieving successful outcomes on major procurement projects, preferably involving land development and public transport, supported by a relevant tertiary qualification in commerce, finance, economics, business management or a related discipline (mandatory).
Pre-employment checks and employment conditions
Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will berequired.
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.
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📌 Principal Advisor, Land Development (Melbourne)
🏢 Department of Transport & Planning Victoria
📍 Melbourne