Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $113,022 - $136,747
Grade: VPS 5
Occupation: Policy
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: 9541
VPS5 - 113,022.00 - $136,747.00 + Superannuation
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 are responsible for planning, building, operating and +maintaining Victoria’s transport, planning and land services for use by all.
We foster a safe, inclusive and constructive place to work.
About the group
Housing, Building and Land Delivery drives balanced urban growth by delivering zoned land for housing, jobs and infrastructure in State-led areas, a pipeline of government-owned land for development, and an improved building system.
About the role
This is a full time fixed term position until 13/01/2027
The Senior Policy Officer will lead key work as part of a high performing team responsible for supporting several ongoing and time limited functions in the Intergovernmental team. The primary task of the role is to support intergovernmental functions related to building and plumbing national standards, this includes work to support the development of the National Construction Code, Building Ministers' Meeting, the Australian Building Codes Board and further cross jurisdictional engagement. Key intergovernmental tasks for 2026 are expected to include informing Victorian input into NCC modernisation activities and the commencement of the next suite of updates to the NCC. This position is expected to be able to operate independently as required.
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Position Outcomes / Accountabilities
– Proactively lead, manage, or contribute as part of a team to develop, review and evaluate complex and innovative regulatory options, including projects that deliver the government’s priorities.
– Provide authoritative, timely, accurate and evidence-based advice for Ministers and the Department’s executive management on complex issues and suggested solutions and develop innovative policy options that are supported by advice, which is factual, accurate and suitable for its audience.
– Contribute to the development of policy initiatives that deliver the government’s priorities for the building, plumbing and architecture industries in Victoria, ensuring policy and regulatory advice is delivered in a timely manner and is effective in achieving the required outcome.
– Undertake research and prepare timely and high-quality submissions, reports and briefs, regulations, and discussion papers with supporting documentation on complex and sensitive matters, demonstrating a detailed understanding of the policy, political and legal context.
– Initiate, maintain and manage effective working relationships with key external stakeholders, gain cooperation, influence views on complex, contentious and sensitive matters within established parameters, to support government and business unit priorities.
– Maintain an active awareness of building issues, with a focus on regulatory amendment proposals and any implications for the building regulatory system in Victoria.
Key Selection Criteria
We are seeking a proactive professional who influences and persuades effectively, building broad support for ideas while designing and communicating clear, evidence-based policy options aligned to strategic and community needs. You will apply accomplished critical thinking to deliver sustainable solutions and translate strategy into well-governed projects that achieve measurable business outcomes.
Qualifications and experience
- A tertiary qualification in law, public policy, economics or a related discipline (desirable).
– Experience in the development and amendment of legislation and/or regulations in a State or Commonwealth public service setting is (desirable).
Culture Value
We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds representing the community that we serve, including veterans, parents, carers, First Peoples, people with disability, multicultural, multifaith and LGBTIQA+ individuals.
As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture. Through shared actions and behaviours aligned with our strategy and direction, we empower our people to thrive and meaningfully contribute to the department’s goals.
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.
Pre-employment checks and employment conditions
All new appointments to the department will be subject to a National Criminal Records Check, Misconduct Screening, and a Qualification Check where there is a requirement for a mandatory qualification. Information provided to the Department of Transport and Planning will be treated in the strictest confidence consistent with the requirements of the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position.
Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.
Non-VPS applicants will be subject to a probation period of six months.
How to apply
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Applications close at 11.59pm on Sunday, the 1st of March 2026.
Please include both your resume and a cover letter. All applications must be submitted via the online portal, we’re unable to accept email or manual submissions.
For further information about the role, please contact Hugh Bartram, Manager Intergovernmental Relations (70014054) via [email protected].
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