Director of Planning and Environment

4 weeks ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Level Crossing Removal Project Full time
About the Role

The Director, Planning Environment & Place provides expert project-wide leadership and strategic direction for all Planning and Environment, Urban Design, and Sustainability matters.

The Level Crossing Removal Project is delivered via a matrixed organisational structure with several delivery teams, working in an Alliance model.

The Planning and Environment and Place teams support the delivery teams by establishing and operating management systems, providing expert advice and support on technical matters, facilitating relationships with regulators and stakeholders, and undertaking project work as co-located team members.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the strategic approach and oversee the development, implementation and assurance of the Planning Environment and Place functions for the Level Crossing Removal Project.
  • Develop strong relationships across VIDA and with relevant regulators and stakeholders.
  • Exercise excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to pre-empt and mitigate project risks in relation to all Planning Environment and Place matters.
About You

You don't shy away from a challenge, have impeccable time management skills, and are agile and adaptable to an ever-changing landscape of works.

You'll need to be resilient and flexible in your approach and apply your expert analytic and problem-solving skills when addressing various matters.

What We Offer

We offer and encourage flexible work and purchased leave arrangements for all employees to support wellbeing, family or carer commitments and other personal circumstances.

We also place great importance on professional development and growth through both formal training opportunities and lessons learnt.

Health, safety, and wellbeing are at the heart of what we do.

We aim to create a safe and healthy workplace for everyone, every day, everywhere.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV.

No need to submit a separate address of the key selection criteria, and no need for a cover letter.

Upon applying, you will be asked to answer the following (assessed) questions:

  • 'Accountability is one of our core values, and crucial in this position.
  • What does accountability mean to you, and how do you embody accountability every day? (Max 200 words).
  • Effective communication is a key requirement in this role.
  • How do you ensure your message is communicated effectively and how do you tailor your approach to various audiences? (Max 200 words).


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