Manager, Statutory Planning Facilitation

3 weeks ago

Melbourne, Australia Department of Transport Full time

Location: Melbourne | CBD

Job type: Other

Organisation: Department of Transport

**Salary**: $129,379 - $173,138

Occupation: Planning

Reference: VG/DOT/PPI/1701472A

The Department of Transport and Planning oversees key planning, transport and land use policy decisions and management across the State. A life-cycle approach to planning, building, connecting and sustaining communities means our people can come together to; improve services, deliver sustainable projects, focus on customer engagement, streamline regulatory approval pathways, facilitate community consultation and better realise local economic opportunities for more liveable communities across Victoria. We’re focused on outcomes that deliver more choice, connections and confidence in our travel, ensuring the whole transport network works as one to deliver better services and outcomes.

Policy Precincts and Innovations is a group within the Department of Transport and Planning, and is responsible for providing policy direction, planning and leading innovation for integrated, simple, safe connected journeys.

**About the Role**

The Manager, Statutory Planning Facilitation leads a team of urban planners that provide complex and authoritative statutory planning advice to ensure that the State Transport System is protected as land use change occurs. This includes preparing guidance, technical material (like practice notes) and delivering training to support statutory decision making on behalf of the Head, Transport for Victoria. The position plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with statutory requirements under the _Planning and Environment Act 1987 _and essential support to DTP regions who prepare planning permit referral responses. The position will prepare submissions and represent the Head, Transport for Victoria at the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal if required. The position leads priority projects, including preparing or coordinating planning and environmental approvals for transport project delivery.

**Key Selection Criteria**
- Lead and contribute to the development of authoritative land use planning advice and guidance pursuant to the _Planning and Environment Act 1987 _to support statutory decision making on behalf of the Head, Transport for Victoria.
- Exercise analytical and problem-solving skills to pre-empt and mitigate risks in relation to statutory decision-making matters.
- Develop a community of practice within the Transport Portfolio to support sharing of expertise and best practice statutory decision making.
- Prepare accurate, concise, timely and relevant advice and documentation, briefings, correspondence, submissions and reports to articulate complex concepts for a range of audiences including Ministers and departmental executives;
- Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders and liaise closely with Transport Portfolio entities in regard to the delivery of statutory planning decisions.
- Contribute to effective leadership and management of a team by fostering a collaborative and high performing culture aligned with the department's values.
- Effectively plan, organise and manage resources, to deliver an agreed scope of work, within agreed timeframe and budget, to achieve the desired outcomes.

**Qualifications and Experience**

**Mandatory**
- Qualification in planning and at least 8 years relevant experience

**Qualifications (Favourable)**
- Experience in case management and representation at VCAT would be highly regarded

**Culture and Benefits**

The Department of Transport is committed to building a culture of developing our people to achieve great outcomes for the Victorian transport network. We are proud of our commitment to flexible work arrangements that support different ways of working, helping employees balance work and life. We are focused on providing a workplace environment that is rewarding, enjoyable, healthy, and productive for all employees, where contributions are valued and recognised, expectations are clear, and treatment is fair and equitable.

More information is available in the attached Position Description.

How to Apply

Applications should include a resume and a brief covering letter.

Applications close 11.59pm on midnight 25 April 2023.

For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity please contact, Kate Stapleton on 0407 046 974
- To be considered up to date vaccinated, you must have been administered COVID-19 vaccines as determined by the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI). DoT is requiring all staff to be Vaccinated and to have had Booster Vaccination (Triple vaccinated as a minimum)._
- Failure to comply with this condition of employment will impact your eligibility for employment in this position with DoT._

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