This is a fixed term position until 31 December 2026. 

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Strategic Planner to join the Housing, Building and Land Delivery (HBLD) Group.

The role involves contributing to the development of plans and related strategic initiatives for activity centres. You will work as part of a professional team in close collaboration with the Activity Centres Program, the Department of Transport and Planning, and other government partners to deliver integrated planning solutions. These plans will take a whole-of-government approach, incorporating transport, community services, open space, and key infrastructure. The position also includes engaging with a variety of stakeholders to reach shared outcomes on planning matters, supporting the implementation of government policy by promoting housing diversity and employment opportunities near public transport and existing services.

The ideal candidate will contribute to the preparation of activity centre plans and associated planning scheme ordinances. They will engage with government agencies, councils, developers, and other key stakeholders through consultation and negotiation to resolve issues. The candidate will support place-based and task-based workstreams, assist with technical investigations and provide actionable recommendations, and prepare high-quality conceptual and technical drawings and plans. Additionally, they will be flexible to undertake any reasonable tasks requested by the Activity Centre Program Director.

How to Apply

To find out more about this opportunity, click the ‘Apply Now' button.  As part of your application you are required to attach a resume and covering letter demonstrating that you meet the key selection criteria found in the Position Description.

What We Offer 

• Career advancement and professional development opportunities
• Mental health and wellbeing offerings through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) which is extended to team members and their families for work and personal issues.
• Annual salary increases and incremental performance-based payments over the course of your employment.
• Important Information about your application

We believe in diversity and equality and we are committed to ensuring that our workplace is reflective of the Victorian community. We encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability. 

We will offer reasonable adjustments for persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment as part of our commitment to build an inclusive workplace that supports everyone being fully integrated and valued for their contribution.

Applications for this position close at 11.59 pm on Friday 18 July 2025.