Job Description
Port of Melbourne is Australasia's largest maritime hub for containerised, automotive and general cargo.
It is a key economic asset for businesses and people across Victoria and south-eastern Australia.
Land Use Planning and Approvals Advisor
Opportunity to work on a once in a generation infrastructure program
Strategic planning and approvals role supporting major port development
Competitive salary package + incentive
Port of Melbourne is Australasia's largest maritime hub for containerised, automotive and general cargo.
It is a key economic asset for businesses and people across Victoria and south-eastern Australia.
Land Use Planning and Approvals Advisor
Opportunity to work on a once in a generation infrastructure program
Strategic planning and approvals role supporting major port development
Competitive salary package + incentive
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Join Port of Melbourne, Australia's largest container and automotive port, and help shape the future of Victoria's most important trade gateway.
Port of Melbourne is delivering the Port Capacity Enhancement Program (PCEP), a multibillion-dollar investment that will support Victoria's growing economy for decades to come.
This is a unique chance to contribute to a major infrastructure project while supporting the long-term growth of the port.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Reporting to the Head of Land Use Planning and Compliance, the Land Use Planning and Approvals Advisor will support statutory planning and approvals activities associated with PCEP and broader Port of Melbourne operations.
You will provide planning advice, coordinate approval processes, engage with government agencies and key stakeholders, and contribute to strategic planning outcomes that protect and enhance the Port's long-term interests.
WHAT YOU'LL DO




Support planning and approval processes for PCEP
Review planning, environmental and heritage studies
Coordinate planning permits, consents and approvals
Monitor legislative, regulatory and policy developments
Prepare submissions and responses to government initiatives
Build relationships with government agencies, consultants and stakeholders
Represent Port of Melbourne in external forums and working groups
Assist with consultant management and project delivery activities
Provide planning advice to internal stakeholders
Support strategic initiatives that promote long-term port growth
ABOUT YOU
Minimum five years' experience in land use planning, approvals or a related field
Strong understanding of Victorian planning legislation and approval processes
Experience working on infrastructure, transport, industrial or development projects
Experience coordinating planning and environmental approvals
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Ability to manage competing priorities and work collaboratively across teams
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
Knowledge of Victoria's planning and approvals framework, including relevant planning, marine, heritage and environmental legislation
Experience supporting infrastructure projects through approvals processes
Strong project management and organisational skills
Ability to build trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Experience preparing planning, heritage and environmental approval documentation will be highly regarded
Experience working within or alongside government planning authorities will be highly regarded
Eligibility for membership with PIA and/or VPELA will be highly regarded
If you think you have what it takes, but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we'd still love to hear from you.
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📌 Land Use And Approvals Advisor (Melbourne)
🏢 Port of Melbourne
📍 Melbourne