Location: Loddon Mallee - Greater Bendigo

Reference: 12413

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.

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating a protected, inclusive workplace where our people can thrive and do meaningful work.

About the role

The position works with councils, government agencies, internal specialists and other stakeholders to ensure transport impacts are appropriately managed. Key responsibilities include providing clear advice, negotiating solutions, addressing road safety and traffic management issues, meeting statutory timeframes, preparing briefings and contributing to planning policies, guidelines and improvement projects.

What we’re looking for (Selection Criteria)

You’resomeone who:

- Brings strong statutory planning expertise, applying sound judgement to routine and complex matters and providing practical planning advice.
- Communicates and influences effectively, tailoring messages to different audiences, addressing concerns and engaging others to achieve positive outcomes.
- Builds strong stakeholder relationships, understanding customer needs, managing expectations and resolving issues constructively.
- Works effectively with others, building trust through active listening, understanding different perspectives and adapting your approach to support positive outcomes.
- Thinks strategically and delivers on time, connecting day-to-day work to broader organisational and community outcomes while consistently meeting statutory timeframes.

Qualifications and experience

You’llbring:





- A tertiary qualification relevant to Statutory Planning or Traffic and Transport Engineering, and/or relevant working experience. (mandatory)
- An understanding of traffic and transport engineering principles, with the ability to review Transport Impact Assessment Reports and experience relevant to the role, including growth area planning.
- A current driver’s licence and willingness to undertake occasional travel to regional and rural Victoria.

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.

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.

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Applications close at 11.59pm on Friday, 16th October 2026.

Please include both your resume and a cover letteraddressing how your experience addresses each of the key selection criteria for the role. All applications must besubmittedvia the online portal,we’reunable to accept email or manual submissions.

For further information about the role, please contact Xavier White, Prinipal Planner at

Applications close Friday 16 October 2026 at 11.59pm

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📌 Statutory Planner (Greater Bendigo City)
🏢 State Government Of Victoria, Australia
📍 Greater Bendigo City