Policy Officer

6 hours ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Department of Transport and Planning Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

Title: Policy Officer

Requisition ID: 8651

Work Type: Ongoing Full Time

Fixed Term Period: 30 June 2026

Location: Melbourne - CBD

Date Posted: 10 Nov 2025

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 plan, build, operate and maintain Victoria's transport, planning and land services for use by all.

We foster a safe, inclusive and constructive place to work.

Planning and Land Services
manages Victoria's planning, land use and property systems and assesses environmental, heritage and development matters. The group also supports statutory planning responsibilities and facilitates urban development through policy, strategy and reform.

About The Role
The Policy Officer plays a key role in supporting the delivery of environmental and natural hazards planning reforms that strengthen Victoria's planning system. Working as part of the Natural Hazards Policy team in the State Planning Policy Division, you'll contribute to shaping policies that improve the efficiency, quality and outcomes of planning decisions across the state.

You'll provide research, analysis and policy support on projects, helping deliver reforms that integrate environmental considerations and risk management into planning processes. The role offers an opportunity to learn from experienced policy advisors and gain valuable exposure to Victoria's strategic and statutory planning systems.

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What You'll Bring
To be successful in this role, you'll bring strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to research, interpret and present information clearly. You'll enjoy problem-solving, collaborating with others, and contributing ideas in a fast-paced policy environment. A qualification in planning, environmental impact assessment or a related field is essential.

Why you'll want to join us
This is a great opportunity to develop your policy career while helping shape Victoria's planning framework. You'll be part of a collaborative and supportive team that values curiosity, continuous learning and meaningful work that benefits Victorian communities.

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.

For further details, please refer to Careers at the Department of Transport and Planning.

Applications close at 11.59pm on Monday 24 November 2025
For further information about the role, please contact
Georgina Cann, Principal Policy Advisor Natural Hazards
, via email at

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Important information
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