Change Manager

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 

This is a Fixed Term Position until 30 June 2027  

The Change Manager leads organisational change management for the Victorian Transport Digital Engineering (VTDE) Program, helping drive successful adoption of key transformation initiatives across the Department of Transport and Planning and the broader Victorian transport sector. The role provides expert advice, develops change management capability and works closely with senior stakeholders to ensure change activities align with strategic objectives and deliver sustainable outcomes.

The position is responsible for developing and implementing change, communication and stakeholder engagement strategies, building organisational readiness and supporting business adoption. It also manages change impacts, risks and dependencies, provides coaching to senior leaders, and monitors change effectiveness to ensure program benefits are realised and transformation outcomes are successfully embedded.
 

What we’re looking for (Selection Criteria) 

You’re someone who: 

• Leads complex organisational change and transformation initiatives, using strategic thinking and sound judgement to solve problems and deliver sustainable outcomes.
• Builds and manages strong relationships with senior stakeholders, balancing competing priorities and driving collaboration to achieve shared objectives.
• Applies strong business and commercial acumen, delivering value, managing organisational risk and improving efficiency to support strategic outcomes.
• Translates organisational strategy into clear plans and actions, guiding others through change while building capability and alignment across teams.
• Embraces innovation and adaptability, leading others through change, fostering collaboration and adjusting strategies to achieve the best possible results.

Click here to access the Position Description. 

Qualifications and experience 

You’ll bring: 

• A bachelor’s degree in a related field and/or demonstrated experience in a similar government role (mandatory).
• Proven experience in change management, communications and stakeholder engagement, ideally within an ICT program environment (desirable).
• Strong capability to support organisational change, stakeholder adoption and successful delivery of transformation initiatives. 

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 Monday, 31 August 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 Parul Srivastava, ICT Test Manager via email parul.srivastava@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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