Land Assessment Officer

About Us

VicTrack is the custodial owner of Victoria’s rail transport land, assets and infrastructure. We work to protect and grow the value of the portfolio, to support a thriving transport system and make travel and living better for all Victorians. With much of our asset portfolio dedicated to rail transport – our land, infrastructure, trams, trains and telecommunication networks – our focus is on strategic asset management and supporting the delivery of better transport solutions.

Benefits

• Flexible work environment | hybrid work
• Stable work environment - Victorian Government state-owned enterprise 
• Comprehensive health & wellness programs
• Free access to on-site gym and end of trip facilities 
• Training and development opportunities to help you grow and develop your career

The challenges of our fast-growing sector put our people at the front of some of Victoria’s most exciting projects in telecommunications, property development and project delivery – with job opportunities as diverse as our organisation. 

The Role

The Land Assessment Officer is responsible for the assessment of land management matters for both internal and external customers, including facilitating the lease/sale application process, land clearance referrals, infrastructure lease amendments, assisting in planning matters and advising on heritage, record management and property related matters.

This is a 6 month fixed term contract.

Key Responsibilities:

• Comply with current land management policies and procedures and implement improvements to processes
• Assist with Land Assessment lease/purchase applications and ensure enquiries are being resolved within required response times
• Assist with infrastructure lease amendment proposals and ensure they are resolved in efficient timeframes
• Provide property advice, including land tenure and boundary advice, internally and externally
• Assist with co-ordinating and integrating land use and transport initiatives
• Assist with planning referrals and planning matters where needed 

Knowledge & Experience:

• Experience in Geographic Information Systems 
• Experience in assessing land status and identifying land issues within the rail environment is desirable
• Knowledge of the rail operational environment and roles of different entities
• Knowledge of relevant property legislation and Government policies
• Problem solving, negotiation and prioritisation skills highly desirable
• Experience in continuous improvement processes

To Apply

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity with us, please click apply and submit your resume in PDF format only. All applications are strictly confidential.

Offer of employment is strictly subject to successful background (pre-employment screening) and criminal history check. VicTrack is an equal opportunity and human rights employer.

Closing Date: 22/03/2024

***PLEASE ONLY SUBMIT YOUR RESUME AND/OR COVER LETTER IN PDF FORMAT