Senior Manager, Land and Property

Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time

Salary: $188,297 - $256,088

Grade: VPS 7

Occupation: Land, asset, resources and facilities management

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: VG/1882324

The Senior Manager, Land and Property leads VicGrid's land access and acquisition program for new transmission infrastructure projects across Victoria. The role is responsible for establishing and overseeing frameworks for land access, tenure, compensation and compulsory acquisition that enable timely survey, investigation and development activities while respecting landholder rights and interests.

VicGrid is where you want to be

If you want to do work that matters, then this is the place to be. VicGrid has been established to ensure Victoria has the infrastructure in place to transition to renewable energy.

Elevate your career in renewable energy and help preserve the world around us for future generations.

VicGrid is leading the charge in delivering ground-breaking projects across Victoria. We are an energised team and passionate about the innovative work we deliver. We trust, support, value and nurture our people, as we strive to create a sustainable future for Victorian communities.

The Opportunity

The Senior Manager, Land and Property leads VicGrid's land access and acquisition program for new transmission infrastructure projects across Victoria. The role is responsible for establishing and overseeing frameworks for land access, tenure, compensation and compulsory acquisition that enable timely survey, investigation and development activities while respecting landholder rights and interests. The Senior Manager integrates engagement and social licence principles consistent with the Victorian Transmission Investment Framework (VTIF), ensuring transparent processes and consistent treatment of landholders.

Managing a team of specialists, the Senior Manager provides authoritative advice on complex land and property issues to the Project Delivery team, while coordinating closely with government, statutory authorities, project proponents, communities and industry stakeholders.

What you will deliver

• Lead VicGrid's approach to land access and acquisition for transmission projects, including design of agreements, payment structures and governance processes.
• Oversee the implementation of short- and long-term land access agreements, ensuring compliance with the Land Access Code of Practice (LACoP) and alignment with government policy.
• Provide expert advice on compulsory acquisition pathways under the Electricity Industry Act 2000 and Land Acquisition and Compensation Act 1986, including their application to the Offshore Wind Transmission Project.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with landholders, Traditional Owners, local government, government agencies and industry proponents to secure and sustain social licence for the project.

What you will bring

• Sound knowledge of the Victoria planning and approvals processes, property acquisition and land use processes, and legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated experience with land use assessments, mapping and transmission siting activities.
• Demonstrated experience in land assembly for delivery of major infrastructure projects in energy or other sectors.

Other relevant information:

For this particular vacancy, priority consideration applies to Victorian Public Service (VPS) and select employees of the Victorian Public Sector who apply through the Careers.Vic jobs board platform.

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police Check.

This role will only be available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

How to Apply

The work location for this position is 2 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, with some overnight travel. Hybrid work arrangements available.

To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.

For further information please refer to the attached position description.

Applications close at 11:59pm on Friday, 12 September 2025.

Applications close Friday 12 September 2025 at 11.59pm

Posted

29 August 2025