Head of Precinct Strategy

Rare opportunity to shape future development strategy for one of Australia's most iconic precincts. Melbourne Park is located in the heart of Melbourne, a city known for its epic sports and entertainment culture. It is Australia's live events epicentre, home to nine elite national sporting teams, six iconic venues, and the world's biggest grand slam. The Victorian Government's near-$1 billion redevelopment supports Melbourne Park's growing popularity and positions it as a leading edge of live event experiences.

Reporting to the Director of Precinct Development, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the long-term future of Melbourne Park by leading the development of a refreshed precinct development plan and a clear, forward-looking spatial and investment framework.

Responsibilities

• Drive the strategic planning, investment, and business case development for major Melbourne Park precinct development initiatives, ensuring future development is underpinned by robust economic, social and operational analysis aligned with government priorities and Melbourne Park's long-term vision.
• Integrate economic, social, and environmental priorities into precinct planning, ensuring all future development is visionary, commercially sound, and grounded in community benefit. This includes economic impact assessments, demand modelling and cost-benefit analyses that underpin major precinct investments.
• Act as a key advisor to the Executive Team and Government partners, providing expert insight into precinct opportunities, risks, and investment pathways while maintaining strong alignment with State Government policy frameworks and Melbourne Park's risk and governance requirements.
• Collaborate with Sport and Recreation Victoria, Development Victoria, and key precinct partners to refine investment narratives and secure project endorsement, strengthening Melbourne Park's reputation as a global leader in precinct planning.

Experience and Qualifications

• Leadership experience in precinct strategy and development across planning, infrastructure development, and commercial advisory.
• Multi-disciplinary precinct planning within major precincts, major events, tourism or public infrastructure services — an understanding of Victorian Government processes would be highly regarded.
• Developing business cases and feasibility studies to support future investment development strategy, including engagement with key stakeholders to inform decision making and investment frameworks.
• Analytical thinking, commercial acumen, leading agile operating environments, and the ability to bring stakeholders along on the journey.
• Formal qualifications in Economics, Urban Planning or Business will be required.

As Head of Precinct Strategy, this is a unique opportunity to lead the development of one of Australia's most iconic precincts and be part of a team that is passionate, forward-thinking and genuinely committed to ensuring world-class visitor experiences and delivery frameworks that inform the evolution of the precinct and position Melbourne Park as Victoria's pre-eminent live entertainment and sporting destination.

To apply, please click 'apply now' and upload your CV and Cover Letter. For any questions not outlined in the PD and for a confidential discussion, contact Aleisha Cajaglis on 0439 910 866.

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Applications close on Friday 23rd January.