Senior Manager, Gippsland and Regional Partnerships

Job Description

Senior Manager, Gippsland and Regional Partnerships Job posted: 28/01/2025 Organisation: Department of Transport and Planning Occupation: Planning Reference: 6557 About the Role This is an ongoing fulltime role. As the Senior Manager, you will lead the State Planning Services team across the Gippsland and Regional Partnership regions. Your responsibilities will include providing high-quality statutory and strategic planning advice and services to the Minister for Planning on matters related to planning, development, and land use. Additionally, you will review planning scheme amendments and related briefs, offering recommendations to department executives and the Minister for Planning. Furthermore, this role involves fostering relationships with key stakeholders across the region, particularly local councils and government agencies. Success in this position requires extensive experience and expertise in statutory and strategic land use planning, along with a strong understanding of regional planning and development issues. Lead, coordinate and monitor the delivery of statutory planning services across the Gippsland and Regional Partnership. Prepare and oversee the preparation of high-quality authoritative reports, papers, presentations, briefs, and correspondence. Provide high-level and timely advice to the Minister and the executive team of the Group on significant planning issues within the Barwon South-West/Grampians region. Lead liaison and engagement with key stakeholders, partnering across different government departments, agencies, statutory authorities, local government, and other external stakeholders to ensure implementation of state planning policies. Drive quality and deliver operational outcomes that meet performance targets and create a climate of service excellence that ensures a consistent, coordinated, and integrated approach to statutory planning approvals, while exploring opportunities for efficiency improvements. Key Selection Criteria The Department of Transport and Planning seeks an experienced Senior Manager to lead key initiatives, drive outcomes, and manage stakeholder relationships within a dynamic and politically sensitive environment. This leadership role requires the ability to critically analyse complex issues, evaluate diverse perspectives, and develop innovative solutions that align with organisational goals and community needs. A strong background in project delivery is essential, with a focus on defining activities, managing resources, and ensuring outcomes are delivered on time and to a high standard. As a strategic leader, you will build and manage high-performing teams, integrating workforce planning into broader business strategies while championing service delivery excellence. Effective stakeholder engagement is vital, as you navigate competing priorities, foster collaboration, and resolve challenges to meet the needs of diverse groups. In-depth knowledge of political and organisational contexts is critical to success, enabling you to balance regulatory and legislative requirements with ethical decision-making while delivering fit-for-purpose solutions. Your ability to influence and guide decision-making processes will ensure alignment with strategic objectives and community expectations. This is an exceptional opportunity for a proven leader to make a meaningful impact within the Department of Transport and Planning. If you possess the expertise and vision to thrive in this role, we encourage you to apply. Qualifications and Experience Mandatory Relevant qualification or extensive experience in land use planning or a related field. Knowledge of statutory and strategic land use planning in Victoria including the Planning and Environment Act 1987. Experience in managing complex planning projects and significant planning scheme amendments. Significant experience in team management. Regional planning experience. What we offer Meaningful work making Victorian communities more accessible and liveable. Professional growth and development opportunities across the department and the wider Victorian Public Services. A hybrid working model focused on collaboration and teamwork. Optimal work-life balance initiatives including flexible working arrangements. Opportunity to work across multiple urban and suburban hubs. We prioritise the development of a safe and inclusive culture. Culture Value We are an equal opportunity employer, embracing a diverse range of applicants such as veterans, and people who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA community members, individuals with disabilities and/or health conditions, as well as those from varied faith and cultural backgrounds. At our department, we prioritize the development of a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture through shared actions and behaviours that align with our strategy and direction. This empowers our employees to effectively contribute to our goals. How to Apply Click the ‘Apply’ button and you'll be redirected to a new platform and create an account. Applications close 11.59pm on Tuesday, 18th of February 2025. Please include a resume and cover letter. All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We’re unable to consider email or manual applications at this time. For further information about the role please contact Rebecca Collins, Director Regional Planning Services via email . Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Transport and Planning will be treated in the strictest confidence. Please let us know by phone or email if you need any adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process. If you require the ad or any attachments in an accessible format (e.g., large print) due to viewing difficulties or other accessibility needs, we are happy to accommodate. If you have any issues, click here for Quick Reference Guide on how to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr