Regional Director, Port Phillip

About the role

Reporting to the Executive Director, DEECA Regions, the Regional Director provides a community‑centred approach to place‑based service delivery for the Port Phillip region. The role leads the implementation of the Planning and Environmental Assessment Portfolio, with a primary focus on renewable energy projects, state‑led initiatives such as roads and transport, and place‑based proposals overseen by local councils. Working closely with the Department of Transport and Planning, this role builds and maintains relationships with key stakeholders including government agencies, Traditional Owner Corporations, and community groups.

About you

You are a seasoned senior executive with a strong record of leadership in complex, multi‑stakeholder environments. Strategic and politically astute, you build trusted relationships to deliver impactful outcomes. You take a broad, integrated view of challenges, recognising interdependencies and aligning regional priorities with government objectives. Your leadership style fosters high‑performing, inclusive teams, and you champion service excellence. With a deep understanding of the broader economic and political landscape, you lead confidently through change, driving innovation, reform, and measurable outcomes for Victorian communities.

About the organisation

The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) delivers programs and policy across Victoria's energy, environment, climate action, and water portfolios. At the heart of this work, the Regions, Environment, Climate Action and First Peoples (RECAFP) Group brings together expertise in climate action, circular economy, environmental protection, and public land management. Through six regional divisions, DEECA Regions works with portfolio agencies, communities, service delivery partners and stakeholders to deliver integrated, place‑based services and projects. Together, these groups drive innovation, champion self‑determination reform, and help shape a sustainable, inclusive and prosperous future for all Victorians.

This is a fixed term position available for a period of up to 5 years. The work location for this position is flexible within Victoria with hybrid work arrangements available.

For more information, please see DEECA | SHK Asia Pacific. To submit an application, click ‘Apply Now' (top right), submitting your CV and concise cover letter. Direct and third‑party applications will be forwarded to SHK. Closes 10 November 2025.

Preferred candidates will be required to :

• undertake pre-employment screening, including completion of a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police Check
• have their misconduct declarations validated, irrespective of whether misconduct has been declared or not
• provide at least two appropriate referees, including their current direct line manager or where relevant (i.e. because they are not employed) most recent direct line manager in accordance with the requirements set out in executive reference checks.
• provide evidence of their right to work in Australia

For more information about the pre‑screening requirements for this position, please refer to the position description.

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.

A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace

DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave.

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