An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced urban planner with leadership experience and great stakeholder management skills to apply for the role of Senior Manager Major and State Projects within the Planning and Environment Assessment branch in DEECA. Working across the state, the role will lead a team of planners to support the assessment of major projects including transport projects, earth resources and housing projects. The position will play a key role in ensuring proposals are responsive to biodiversity values and support the delivery of key government priorities including the Economic Growth Statement, the Housing Statement and other state significant projects.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in statutory or strategic land use planning or related field is mandatory.
• A contemporary understanding of the Victoria Planning Provisions and their application is mandatory.
• Understanding of government environments and decision making is desirable.
• Sound understanding of environmental, regional planning and regional development issues.
• Experience leading and developing teams.

This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is flexible within Victoria with hybrid work arrangements available.

To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.

For further information please refer to the attached position description.

Applications close at midnight on Wednesday, 23 April 2025.

Other relevant information:

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police Check.

To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace

DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave.