About Us
The Department of Transport and Planning seeks to create thriving places and connected communities by ensuring Victoria’s transport and land use is safe, sustainable and integrated. Our job is to further integrate the transport network, and land uses to improve the delivery of services to Victorians for simpler, quicker and safer journeys that connect people and places and support Victoria's prosperity and liveability. The department is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds, including veterans, people who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, have a disability, are from varied cultural backgrounds and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. The department provides workplace adjustments for applicants with disabilities.
Transport Service is a Group within Department of Transport & Planning, and is responsible for delivering safe, reliable and accessible transport infrastructure and services to all Victorians.
Barwon South West Grampians is a Division within Transport Services, and is responsible for the statewide portfolio of road maintenance, delivered by the team in Maintenance Operations.
About the role
The Roadside Delivery Lead plays a pivotal role in the successful execution of the VRMC Barwon South West contract, acting as a key driver of operational performance, stakeholder engagement, and strategic oversight in relation to the roadside and environment. This position is central to ensuring the effective delivery of routine roadside maintenance services across the Barwon South West region, with direct accountability for managing the annual programme. The Roadside Delivery Lead will manage a diverse portfolio of works, addressing emerging issues, driving continuous improvement, and delivering value-for-money outcomes for all stakeholders.
Position Outcomes / Accountabilities
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Lead the end-to-end planning, development, and delivery of roadside maintenance programs, ensuring projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This includes preparing, reviewing, and approving work programs and project packages.
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Establish and maintain effective, collaborative relationships with contractors to promote transparency, accountability, and high performance. Monitor contractor operations to ensure compliance with contract requirements and safety regulations.
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Act as the primary liaison for both internal and external stakeholders, including local councils, government bodies, and community groups. Manage competing priorities and communicate effectively to align goals, expectations, and outcomes.
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Champion a culture of continuous improvement by identifying and implementing initiatives that enhance service quality, operational efficiency, and safety outcomes. Apply sound risk and asset management principles to support long-term program sustainability.
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Provide strategic advice and performance reporting to senior management and relevant authorities, offering evidence-based recommendations to support contract delivery, risk management, and program optimisation.
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Ensure all activities comply with applicable legislation, environmental policies, and safety standards, while effectively managing potential community and environmental impacts
Key Selection Criteria
The role requires a proactive and strategic professional with strong stakeholder management skills, capable of constructively navigating complex issues and building effective relationships across internal and external networks. You will demonstrate sound judgement in managing difficult conversations, resolving problems through negotiation and coaching where needed. Your ability to interpret and apply political and organisational context, while aligning actions with ethical, legal, and organisational standards, will be critical. You’ll apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to resolve issues with clarity and purpose, ensuring informed decisions and practical outcomes. With a focus on effective project delivery, you will define and guide task execution, monitor progress, and make necessary adjustments to meet objectives. A strong sense of business and commercial acumen will also be essential, ensuring operational efficiency and accountability in vendor and stakeholder engagements.
Personal Attributes
We’re looking for a collaborative team player who fosters a supportive and cooperative work environment, actively engages with other teams to share information, and assists colleagues through challenges. You will demonstrate flexibility and adaptability by responding positively to shifting priorities, embracing change with ease, and working effectively with stakeholders across different organisations.
Qualifications and Experience
Mandatory
- Experience relevant to the capabilities of the role.
Desirable
- Tertiary qualification in a relevant or a related discipline.
Role Specific Requirements
What we offer
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Meaningful work making Victorian communities more accessible and liveable.
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Professional growth and development opportunities across the department and the wider Victorian Public Services
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A hybrid working model focused on collaboration and teamwork.
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Optimal work-life balance initiatives including flexible working arrangements.
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Opportunity to work across multiple urban and suburban hubs.
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We prioritise the development of a safe and inclusive culture.
Culture Value
We are an equal opportunity employer, embracing a diverse range of applicants such as veterans, and people who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA community members, individuals with disabilities and/or health conditions, as well as those from varied faith and cultural backgrounds. At our department, we prioritize the development of a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture through shared actions and behaviours that align with our strategy and direction. This empowers our employees to effectively contribute to our goals.
How to Apply
Click the ‘Apply’ button and follow the prompts. Applications should include a resume and a cover letter. Applications close 11.59pm on 10th June 2025. For further information about the role please contact Mauro Romanin - Team Leader Roadside at Mauro.Romanin@transport.vic.gov.au
Preferred applicants may be required to complete a Police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Transport and Planning will be treated in the strictest confidence.
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