RUI PENG
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Emerging urban planning and design practitioner with strengths in spatial analysis, urban design strategies, and evidence-based planning. Experienced in growth-corridor planning, resilience design, and GIS-driven research projects that integrate policy, community needs and environmental performance. Skilled at communicating complex spatial information through mapping, visualisation and structured reporting. Motivated to contribute to inclusive, sustainable and data-informed urban outcomes.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Planning & Site Intern
Wuhan Jiang'an Construction Company
Wuhan, China
11.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted in organising project documentation and preparing monthly work planning schedules.
- Conducted on-site inspections to observe construction progress, worker safety compliance and site conditions aligned with local design and regulatory standards.
- Identified site-related issues and proposed improvement strategies, incorporating planning logic and risk mitigation.
- Gained practical exposure to construction operations, documentation management and cross-team coordination within a planning and delivery environment.
Wind Farm Location Suitability Analysis
University of Melbourne
Melbourne, VIC
07.2024 - 10.2024
- Conducted statewide GIS-based suitability modelling to identify optimal wind farm locations across Victoria, incorporating wind speed datasets, topographic constraints and transmission grid accessibility.
- Processed and reclassified raster layers, applied weighted overlay analysis and developed multi-criteria evaluation (MCE) for spatial decision-making.
- Assessed environmental exclusion zones and land-use compatibility to minimise ecological impact and maximise renewable-energy efficiency.
- Delivered final suitability maps and ranked development zones aligned with DEECA policy and Clean Energy Council planning guidelines.
Urban Resilience & Climate Planning
University Design Studio
Ohonua Settlement Masterplan (Tonga)
08.2024 - 10.2024
- Proposed adaptive urban development strategies considering cyclones, flooding risk and indigenous cultural integration.
- Developed public shelter framework and micro-grid energy planning (solar & wind systems) to support community safety.
- Designed scenario-based implementation roadmap aligned with resilience planning guidelines.
AED Accessibility Project
ArcGIS-Based Urban Health Study
Melbourne, VIC
04.2025 - 06.2025
- Modelled accessibility coverage gaps for Automated External Defibrillators across Melbourne using mesh-block spatial data.
- Identified priority locations based on demographic vulnerability and emergency response time benchmarks.
- Presented findings in a structured planning strategy report to inform health infrastructure improvement.
Cranbourne Growth Corridor Project
University of Melbourne
Melbourne, VIC
09.2025 - 11.2025
- Conducted land-use analysis and SEIFA-based socio-economic evaluation using ArcGIS to identify planning challenges and opportunities.
- Developed a 15-minute walkable corridor concept integrating transport connectivity, mixed-use development and community health access.
- Supported development justification via planning framework alignment with Plan Melbourne and City of Casey’s Health and Wellbeing Strategy.
Rental Stress in Merri-bek: Housing Affordability
University of Melbourne
Melbourne, VIC
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Investigated spatial patterns of rental stress in Merri-bek using GIS visualisation of rent-to-income ratios, residual income metrics and demographic trends.
- Performed quantitative analysis of ABS datasets and integrated qualitative policy review to evaluate local affordability measures and planning interventions.
- Identified high-vulnerability neighbourhoods experiencing gentrification pressure and modelled socio-economic disparities across suburbs.
- Produced an evidence-based research report outlining implications for local housing strategies and equitable urban policy development.
Education
Bachelor of Design - Urban Planning & Urban Design
University of Melbourne
Melbourne, VIC01-2026
Skills
Technical Skills
- ArcGIS Pro, QGIS, spatial modelling, raster reclassification
- SketchUp, Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Affinity Designer
- Microsoft Excel, report structuring, data visualisation
Planning & Design Skills
- Land-use analysis, master planning, growth-corridor studies
- Urban design strategy, WSUD integration, resilience planning
- Policy interpretation, stakeholder engagement
Professional Skills
- Site observation and safety awareness
- Documentation management, task planning, team coordination
- Problem-solving and structured communication
- Stakeholder Coordination & Team Collaboration
- Initiative in Issue Resolution & Strategic Thinking
- Time Management, Task Planning, Monthly Scheduling
Languages
English
Full Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native/ Bilingual
Reference
Dr Jinlong Liu
Email: jinlong.liu@unimelb.edu.au
Honors: PhD in land use and environmental planning, Master of Science in Urban and Regional Planning (Peking University, China), a Bachelor of Science in Geography (Nanjing University, China).
Career: An Education Fellow in Environmental Planning at the Faculty of Architecture, Building and Planning.
Relation: He was once my tutor for compulsory urban planning courses.
Timeline
Cranbourne Growth Corridor Project
University of Melbourne
09.2025 - 11.2025
AED Accessibility Project
ArcGIS-Based Urban Health Study
04.2025 - 06.2025
Urban Resilience & Climate Planning
University Design Studio
08.2024 - 10.2024
Rental Stress in Merri-bek: Housing Affordability
University of Melbourne
08.2024 - 11.2024
Wind Farm Location Suitability Analysis
University of Melbourne
07.2024 - 10.2024
Planning & Site Intern
Wuhan Jiang'an Construction Company
11.2023 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Design - Urban Planning & Urban Design
University of Melbourne