About the role
We are on the hunt for a new Planning and Environment Specialist to join our Southern Program Alliance (SPA) team located in Moorabbin. The role will be responsible for providing expert advice to the wider organisation around planning and environmental matters impacting the delivery of all LXRP's program of works.
On a day-to-day basis, in the positions might find yourself:
- Liaising with our project teams, as well as our communications team on planning and environmental issues/risks.
- Developing, building, and maintaining strong relationships with a range of different stakeholders- including DTP, DEECA, EPA, Heritage Victoria, VicTrack and DCCEEW.
- Oversee and undertake the preparation of planning and environmental approvals process and utilising legislation relevant to the development and delivery of major infrastructure projects.
This is a 12-month fixed term position, paying a salary between $105,479 to $127,621 + superannuation + 17.5% leave loading, with a hybrid working arrangement (a mix of Moorabbin office and home working).
About you
You will have sound knowledge of the Victorian planning and environment approvals process and proven experience utilising relevant legislation within a major project environment. Furthermore, strong stakeholder management skills are essential to these roles as you liaise and navigate complex planning and environment issues with a wide range of internal and external clients.
We'd also love if you have:
- Demonstrated experience in preparing statutory planning, heritage, and environmental approvals documentation.
- Strong knowledge of polices and processes at all levels of government.
- The ability to communicate effectively and influence outcomes - you will be collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Relevant tertiary qualification in planning, environmental management or a similar discipline is beneficial to the role but not mandatory.
At LXRP we embrace diversity and inclusion. We actively strive to remove barriers and encourage applications from people of any age, or disability, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders, culturally and linguistically diverse or LGBTIQA+. We will make adjustments to our recruitment process to ensure that you are able to participate to the best of your ability.
About LXRP
At LXRP we’re not only removing level crossings, but also removing barriers and creating a long lasting legacy for our communities.
Inclusion is a priority for us, and we are committed to creating an employee community that reflects those in which we work. We value diverse representation at all levels of the organisation.
As leaders in the transport sector, we provide secure pathways into the industry for:
- Women
- People who identify as LGBTQIA+
- People living with a disability
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders
- Refugees or asylum seekers
- People facing barriers to employment.
We offer and encourage flexible work and purchased leave arrangements for all employees to support wellbeing, family or carer commitments and other personal circumstances.
We also place great importance on professional development and growth through both formal training opportunities and lessons learnt.
Health, safety, and wellbeing are at the heart of what we do. We aim to create a safe and healthy workplace for everyone, every day, everywhere.
What next?
To apply – just submit your CV. No need to submit a separate address of the key selection criteria, and no need for a cover letter.
Upon applying you will be asked to answer the following (assessed) questions:
- Accountability is one of our core values, and crucial in this position. What does accountability mean to you, and how do you embody accountability every day?
- As mentioned in the advert, planning and prioritising is crucial to your success in this position. What would you do if you had a jam-packed day with back-to-back meetings, and something urgent arose that required a chunk of your time. How would you approach the issue ensuring everything that needed to be dealt with urgently was handled without other tasks being forgotten?
After assessing your CV and answers to the above questions, the next steps will be a phone screen, followed by an interview that will include a short activity where you can showcase your skills and potential.
Please note: the successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which include national police checks and misconduct screening.
Need more information?
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For specifics about the recruitment process entailed, or a confidential discussion around any special accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process you may need in order to participate to the best of your ability, contact Daniel Fedyshyn (Talent Acquisition Adviser) on 0474 288 629 or connect with him on LinkedIn.
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