Strategic Transport Planner

Description:

Strategic Transport Planner
Salary Range Band 7 $107,570 to $120,376 plus 11.5% super
Fixed Term Parental Leave backfill – June to 19 September 2025
We are a diverse & inclusive council based in St Kilda with a positive culture and flexible working arrangements possible
About City of Port Phillip
We are a vibrant and diverse inner-city council stretching 20kms from South to Port Melbourne along the stunning bay beaches down to Elwood and out to St Kilda East with around 1000 people who all work together to deliver more than 100 programs and services to our engaged community of residents, businesses and visitors. What does that mean? Think, childcare, libraries, parks, recreation, waste rubbish collection, road maintenance, family and youth services, property & assets, city planning & development, customer experience, digital technology, governance, people, culture and safety, and of course South Melbourne Market! City of Port Phillip has zero tolerance for child abuse and is a committed Child Safe organisation.
What’s the role all about
Are you a passionate and driven transport planner looking to contribute to the successful delivery of a large range of projects that will benefit our community? This exciting and varied role will see you utilise your design skills and strategic thinking to provide expert advice to a range of projects and future planning.
This short-term role will see you lead transport investigations for major projects to improve options for cycling, walking and public transport use in line with our Move Connect Live – Integrated Transport Strategy 2018-2028.
What you might do
Drive promotion of mode shift in an inner-city environment with a rapidly growing population
Coordinate strategic transport planning advice on an interesting array of Council projects
Build and manage strong collaborative relationships across the organisation
Who we are looking for
Expert knowledge in applying principles of integrated transport planning preferably at a local government level.
Proven ability to scope and complete complex and integrated transport investigations and analysis
You will be purpose driven, people-focused and have a discerning eye for ways to make progress with innovative solutions on a project, precinct, network and city-wide basis.
Your results driven approach and passion for delivery better transport options will help you build and maintain collaborative relationships internally and externally
A relevant tertiary qualification in transport planning, urban planning, engineering or closely related field and experience in transport planning.
Our work environment
We love what we do and are all proud to work at the City of Port Phillip. Yes, we are local council, and we are one with vibrancy, passion and ambition who are a welcoming, health conscious, diverse and inclusive. Our Main location at the iconic St Kilda Town Hall offers a heritage and modern open plan hub to work from where people can collaborate and develop both professionally and personally whilst planning and delivering a range of important services and programs to the community.
Proudly as one we all work together, and grow together, thinking creatively and strategically with courage, integrity, and accountability to put our community first.
What’s in it for you
We offer a hybrid working model with our core setup being 50-60% in the office depending on team requirements and welcome further conversation to meet your working style and needs
Be supported and empowered to be your best by a passionate leadership team that encourages collaboration and innovation
Discounted fitness membership with access to over 260+ gyms, pools, group classes and facilities across Melbourne for you and your family!
Our work hubs are located close to our very own Child Care centres making accessing childcare a breeze!
Career development opportunities within your team and/or across council plus a great study assistance allowance of up to $4000 per year per person and 6 hours per week study leave (on approved courses only)
Flexible working conditions, an active social club, supportive health and wellbeing program, and a well- regarded Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Our very own Pride Network, that helps create an environment where each and every person can feel safe, welcomed, seen, and supported to bring their whole selves to work
Important Pre-Employment Requirements
Prior to a formal letter of offer, preferred applicants will be asked to provide:
Evidence of mandatory qualifications/registrations/licences
Sufficient proof of right to work in Australia, and Sufficient proof of identity
Complete a National Police Check completed via City of Port Phillip’s Provider
Evidence of a Working with Children Check (employee type with City of Port Phillip registered as the organisation).
So, what’s next?
Hit that APPLY button now!
Whether you think you meet all the requirements or not, we strongly encourage you to apply, as we take a holistic approach to considering your skills, life experience, and alignment to our key selection criteria. You’ve got this!
Please submit;
Resume – latest and detailed version
Cover letter no longer than 2 pages that captures your response to the Key Selection Criteria found on the Positions Description.
Note: Only applications submitted via the online Recruitment Portal will be considered.
For further information please contact Karen Roache, Coordinator Strategic Transport, on 0418055739 or via email at karen.roache@portphillip.vic.gov.au.
Applications close 11.59pm Sunday 8 June 2025.
The City of Port Phillip is an equal opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive and accessible environment where diversity is valued. We actively welcome and encourage candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nation and Torres Strait Islander candidates, members of the LGBTQIA+ community and candidates with a disability.
If you have accessibility requirements or require an adjustment to participate in our recruitment and selection process, please contact David Crichton (Head of Recruitment, Workforce Systems and Experience) on phone 0421 757 521 or email: recruitment@portphillip.vic.gov.au
PD Strategic Transport Planner May 2025.pdf