VicGrid is where you want to be

If you want to do work that matters, then this is the place to be. VicGrid has been established to ensure Victoria has the infrastructure in place to transition to renewable energy.

Elevate your career in renewable energy and help preserve the world around us for future generations.

VicGrid is leading the charge in delivering ground-breaking projects across Victoria. We are an energised team and passionate about the innovative work we deliver. We trust, support, value and nurture our people, as we strive to create a sustainable future for Victorian communities.

We need people with passion, excitement, and capability to work in a fast-paced delivery environment. If you want to be a part of shaping Victoria's renewable energy transition, we want you to work with us. 

The Opportunity

The Director, Land, Planning and Environment will be accountable for building and leading a successful and talented team, and providing project-wide leadership and strategic direction for all Planning, Urban Design, Land, Sustainability and Environment matters. They will provide expertise and leadership around the land, planning and environmental issues impacting the planning and delivery of VicGrid projects.

The role is responsible for providing authoritative advice on a range of land, planning and environmental issues whilst working closely and building strong relationships with a range of government departments and industry stakeholders. 

If this sounds like a program you want to be a part of, keep reading to find out some the things you will be responsible for delivering and some of the skills and experience you will bring with you. You can also refer to the Position Description for more information.

What you will deliver

• You will provide active leadership, direction and management across the Land, Planning Environment function, capitalise on and leverage resources and skills and foster an environment of shared success within the team and across projects. 
• You will oversee the development and implementation of planning functions across VicGrid including leading planning and heritage, and other relevant approval processes to facilitate project implementation. 
• You will provide expert authoritative planning, environmental and heritage advice to major project team and manage the resolution of significant planning issues. 
• You will manage planning and approvals processes including planning scheme amendment material, permit applications, environmental referrals, and other approvals documentation as required. 

What you will bring

• Knowledge of the Victorian planning and approvals process and legislation relevant to the development and delivery of major infrastructure projects. 
• An excellent understanding of heritage, cultural and indigenous issues and experience in managing their impact on infrastructure projects. 
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage and provide sound technical advice on planning and environmental matters within a major infrastructure project or construction environment. 
• A relevant tertiary qualification and/or experience in urban planning, urban geography, environmental management, environmental science, or a similar discipline.  

If you think you have transferable skills, an appetite to learn and would be a great fit, we'd love to hear from you.

What we offer you

We are committed to creating a workplace that inspires and engages you.  Joining our new organisation as it establishes its footprint empowers and provides you with the opportunity to influence and shape our culture as well as providing:

• 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

Other relevant information:

For this particular vacancy, priority consideration applies to Victorian Public Service (VPS) and select employees of the Victorian Public Sector who apply through the Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE) jobs board platform.

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. Should there be an opportunity for an ongoing appointment, these will only be available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident. 

A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace

VicGrid is an Administrative Office established in relation to the Victorian Department of Energy, Environment and Climate (DEECA). VicGrid 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.

How to Apply

This is a fixed term position available on a three year  fixed term contract. The work location for this position is 2 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne. 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 11:59pm on Tuesday, 17 September 2024.