Organisation: Department of Transport and Planning
Occupation: Planning
Reference: 6286
Job posted: 02/12/2024
Closes: 15/12/2024
Classification: EO1
Salary Range: $225,000 - $290,600
About the Role This is a five-year fixed term SES 1 position The Department of Transport and Planning is seeking an inspiring leader to take on the role of Director, Planning Systems. This pivotal position drives the delivery of planning services and oversees the management of the Victorian planning system within the Planning and Land Services Group. Collaborating with the Planning portfolio and the broader department, the role ensures the effectiveness, integration, and integrity of the Victorian planning framework, including the Victoria Planning Provisions.
The Director will lead improvements to statutory planning provisions and regulations, supporting the implementation of state land use policies through robust statutory controls. This includes providing responsive, targeted support to government agencies, local councils, and industry to continually enhance the planning system. By ensuring high-quality statutory planning outcomes and delivering ministerial service functions, the Director will play a key role in achieving consistent and effective planning practices across the state.
As part of the State Planning leadership team, the Director will help build a high-performing, customer-focused workforce and foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity. This role offers the opportunity to shape Victoria's future planning systems, policies, and projects while forging strong partnerships across government, industry, and communities to deliver on the Department's vision for a liveable, inclusive, and sustainable Victoria.
Position Outcomes The Director, Planning Systems will drive the implementation of key government priority regulatory frameworks and systems within the Victorian planning system, ensuring effective legislative, policy, and practical integration. The role involves managing the delivery of multiple planning system projects across Victoria, aligning these initiatives with strategic objectives and government priorities. Collaborating with senior leadership, the Director will provide critical support to statutory planning processes, ensuring the successful delivery of departmental goals and fostering a cohesive and results-oriented approach to planning outcomes.
Qualifications and Role Specific Requirements Demonstrated record of achievement in driving responsive and high-quality planning processes and outcomes.Demonstrated record of achievement in driving responsive and high-quality customer and stakeholder services and building effective and cohesive planning teams.Demonstrated experience in a relevant capacity in the public sector (including local government) leading large teams in complex environments.How to Apply Non-department employees (including wider VPS) will need to create an account (not your JSE account). Click the 'Apply' button and you'll be redirected to a new platform to create an account.
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Applications should include a resume and a cover letter. Applications close 11.59pm on 15 December 2024. For further information about the role please contact Stuart Menzies, Executive Director State Planning via ******.
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