Manager Precincts Strategy and Planning in Melbourne

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About Us

We create thriving places and connected communities. We bring together transport, planning, land use, precinct and policy functions in a single department to deliver the best outcomes for Victorians. Together with our portfolio agencies, we are responsible for planning, building, operating and maintaining Victoria’s transport, planning and land services for use by all. We foster a safe, inclusive and constructive place to work.

About The Group

Housing, Building and Land Delivery drives balanced urban growth by delivering zoned land for housing, jobs and infrastructure in State-led areas, a pipeline of government-owned land for development, and an improved building system.

About The Role

This is a Fixed Term, full-time position (for 2 years). Reporting to the Director Precincts - Fishermans Bend, this position will lead the Precinct Planning and Implementation team in completing the planning for Fishermans Bend and implementing key deliverables and catalyst projects outlined in the Fishermans Bend Framework, to achieve urban renewal outcomes. The Manager Precinct Strategy and Implementation will lead a talented and driven team with a focus on delivering quality outcomes and developing staff capabilities. The team delivers across concurrent workstreams including urban planning, place creation, sustainability, infrastructure, and design strategy/policy development and implementation. The role requires confidence in managing stakeholders and relationships with key government, non-government, institutional and private sector stakeholders; and ability to navigate complex projects through governance pathways.

Key Selection Criteria

We are seeking an accomplished leader with strong people and team management expertise. You hold yourself and others accountable to public sector values, achieve outcomes by anticipating and resolving issues, drive engagement, and recognise performance. You translate organisational strategy into effective team structures, roles, and capabilities to optimise outcomes. You are a collaborative leader who excels in stakeholder management, navigating complex and competing needs while delivering innovative solutions. You build a culture of collaboration across the organisation and with external partners, breaking down barriers to achieve shared success. Bringing technical expertise in precincts and placemaking, you provide strategic direction and lead partnerships to deliver integrated planning outcomes that meet statutory and regulatory requirements. You are accomplished in strategic planning, coaching others and engaging with key stakeholders in strategic planning processes. You drive implementation of a precinct vision, underpinned by innovative thinking, evidence-based insights, and best practice.

Position Accountabilities

This role provides strategic oversight of the Vision and Framework for Fishermans Bend, including implementation plans, policies, infrastructure funding, place-making activities, and investment attraction. You will advise government, industry, and community stakeholders on planning policy and implementation, using tools such as 3D modelling to inform decision-making. You will lead complex negotiations with internal and external stakeholders to influence outcomes and achieve taskforce objectives. As part of the management team, you will contribute to governance, resource management, and priority project delivery while building staff capability and fostering a positive, collaborative culture.

Qualifications And Experience

• Bachelor degree or higher in Urban Planning, Urban Design, Project Management, Development or Engineering or related field (mandatory).
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the Victorian planning system, particularly the Victorian planning policy context, statutory planning framework, relevant legislation, and local government planning practices (mandatory).
• Experience in and knowledge of both statutory and strategic land use planning in the public and private sectors.
• Sound understanding of planning issues and imperatives, stakeholder engagement processes and an ability to understand trends in the planning system (desirable).
• Demonstrated experience in the development and implementation of structure plans, masterplans and/or implementation plans (desirable).
• Experience managing a high performing team (desirable).

Culture Value

We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds representing the community that we serve, including veterans, parents, carers, First Peoples, people with disability, multicultural, multifaith and LGBTIQA+ individuals. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture. Through shared actions and behaviours aligned with our strategy and direction, we empower our people to thrive and meaningfully contribute to the department’s goals.

What We Offer

Working at the Department of Transport and Planning provides people with the opportunity to contribute to creating thriving places and connected communities for all Victorians.

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions.

All new appointments to the department will be subject to a National Criminal Records Check, Misconduct Screening, and a Qualification Check where there is a requirement for a mandatory qualification. Information provided to the Department of Transport and Planning will be treated in the strictest confidence consistent with the requirements of the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014. Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position. Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply. Non-VPS applicants will be subject to a probation period of six months.

How To Apply

Click the ‘Apply’ button to be redirected to our recruitment platform, where you may need to create an account to submit your application. If you encounter any issues, refer to our Quick Reference Guide for step-by-step instructions. Applications close at 11.59pm on Wednesday, 17th September 2025. Please include both your resume and a cover letter. All applications must be submitted via the online portal; we’re unable to accept email or manual submissions. For further information about the role, please contact Tania Quick - Director Precincts (Fishermans Bend), at tania.quick@transport.vic.gov.au.

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