Planner

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About the role This is a Fixed Term Position until 14 May 2027 Job Location: Melbourne CBD, Traralgon or Leongatha, Eastern Victoria

The Planner supports the Minister for Planning's statutory responsibilities and helps deliver key Victorian Government planning priorities and projects. Working within the Gippsland region, the role assesses planning permit applications, planning scheme amendments, and other statutory planning matters, providing high-quality advice and recommendations to support informed decision-making.

The role prepares planning assessments, reports and correspondence, manages approvals and projects, and provides timely advice to government, local councils and other stakeholders. It also contributes planning expertise to major projects, builds strong stakeholder relationships, and works collaboratively to deliver planning outcomes while supporting an inclusive, positive and culturally safe workplace.

What we're looking for (Selection Criteria)

You'resomeone who:

• Applies strong critical thinking and sound judgement to analyse issues, solve problems, and support informed planning decisions.
• Delivers projects effectively by managing priorities, coordinating activities, and ensuring outcomes are achieved within agreed timeframes.
• Builds positive relationships with stakeholders, provides excellent service, and works collaboratively to resolve issues and achieve shared outcomes.
• Communicates clearly and confidently, including when handling complex, sensitive, or challenging matters.
• Adapts quickly to changing priorities and works collaboratively across teams to support successful outcomes.

Qualifications and experience

You'llbring:

• A qualification in planning or a related field (mandatory).
• Knowledge of government land use planning policies, strategies, and relevant legislation.
• Experience in statutory and strategic land use planning, with an understanding of regional planning and regional development issues.

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions

Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will berequired.

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.

Applications on Friday, 21st August 2026.

Please include both your resume and a cover letter addressing how your experience addresses each of the key selection criteria for the role. 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 Suzy Thomas, Senior Manager, Gippsland and Regional Partnerships at .

Redeployees

If you are a VPS redeployee, please state this in your cover letter and include your case manager's contact details. This helps ensure your redeployment status is appropriately considered. For more information on redeployment, visit the Victorian Government policy.

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Applications close Friday 21 August