Title:  Manager Regional Services - Geelong Ballarat/Warnambool/ Horsham

About Us 

We create thriving places and connected communities. We plan, build and maintain Victoria’s transport, planning and land services. We are committed to a safe, inclusive and high-performing workplace. 

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace where our people can thrive and do meaningful work.   

About the role 

The Manager Regional Services leads business support across Barwon South West and Grampians, contributing to regional executive and governance teams. The role oversees emergency management, health and safety, stakeholder engagement and the implementation of the Department of Transport and Planning’s Aboriginal Self-Determination Plan.

Key responsibilities include building strong Indigenous partnerships, ensuring timely permit assessments, delivering effective business support and promoting a safe, inclusive workplace. The role also provides strong people leadership, supports team performance and cohesion, and ensures services meet stakeholder needs and regional priorities. 

What we’re looking for 

You’re someone who: 

• Drives innovation and continuous improvement, embedding quality practices and championing new approaches to deliver better outcomes.
• Applies critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address complex issues, prevent recurring problems and achieve practical results.
• Leads change with confidence, communicates with clarity and credibility, and supports teams through uncertainty and challenging situations.
• Builds resilience, promotes diversity and inclusion, and fosters a workplace culture that values openness, constructive debate and diverse perspectives.
• Champions collaboration across teams and external stakeholders, while sharing knowledge and embedding effective risk management and business continuity practices.

Click here to access the Position Description. 

Qualifications and experience 

You’ll bring: 

• Emergency management experience
• Experience building culturally respectful partnerships with Indigenous organisations
• General management experience
• Driver's License

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions  

Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will be required. 

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position. 

Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.  

How to apply 

Click the ‘Apply’ button to be redirected to our recruitment platform, where you may need to create an account to submit your application. 

Applications close at 11.59pm on Thursday, 12 November 2026. 

Please include both your resume and a cover letter addressing how your experience addresses each of the key selection criteria for the role. All applications must be submitted via the online portal, we’re unable to accept email or manual submissions. 

For further information about the role, please contact Laura Jo Mellan, Director - Strategy & Planning, at laurajo.mellan@transport.vic.gov.au.  

Redeployees 

If you are a VPS redeployee, please state this in your cover letter and include your case manager’s contact details. This helps ensure your redeployment status is appropriately considered. For more information on redeployment, visit the Victorian Government policy

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