Business Support Officer, Planning and Environment Assessment

The Business Support Officer supports the achievement of departmental objectives relating to planning and public land management by providing high-quality administrative and case management support to the Planning and Environment Assessment team. A key focus of the role is the accurate and timely upload and management of records and other documentation in the team's case management system, ensuring information is accessible, up to date and supports service delivery.

The position also offers a growth opportunity, to assist with non-complex planning and related matters with mentoring from the team. The Business Support Officer works collaboratively with members of the statewide Planning and Environment Assessment branch and other key stakeholders.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualifications such as land use planning or environmental science preferred.
• Knowledge and experience in the application of Victoria’s planning system and environmental regulation framework is desirable.

This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is flexible within Victoria with hybrid work arrangements available.

To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.

Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the Position Description, including the mandatory requirements.

How to Apply:

If you are a current DEECA employee, please apply via DEECA Careers. 

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Applications close 11.59pm on Sunday, 06 September 2026.

All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We are unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.

Other relevant information:

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

An inclusive, culturally safe and flexible workplace

DEECA fosters an inclusive workplace culture and is committed to a fair, accessible, and equitable recruitment process.

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander people to apply.  We recognise the strengths, knowledge and perspectives First Nations people bring and DEECA is committed to a culturally safe and respectful workplace.  If you need support to participate, please contact ***************@deeca.vic.gov.au.

We support flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work, varied hours, part-time work and job sharing.  For more information about our recruitment processes, visit applying for a role with us.