Title:  Commercial Delivery Lead

About us 

We create thriving places and connected communities. We bring together transport, planning, land use, precinct and policy functions in a single department to deliver the best outcomes for Victorians.   

Together with our portfolio agencies, we are responsible for planning, building, operating and maintaining Victoria’s transport, planning and land services for use by all.   

We foster a safe, inclusive and constructive place to work.   

Investment and Technology leads and manages the investment lifecycle; drives commercial advice & negotiations to facilitate reform; and enables core delivery through Finance, Procurement & Enterprise Technology.

Commercial Advisory is a Division within Investment and Technology, and works to plan for, design and lead major commercial transactions and deliver commercial and contract management services delivering innovative and value for money outcomes.

About the role

The Commercial Delivery Lead provides strategic financial and commercial expertise to support the recontracting and ongoing improvement of the department’s bus services. The role drives financial analysis, transaction strategy, and innovation in transport services delivery, ensuring alignment with government objectives, user needs, and integrated system outcomes, while fostering collaboration across the department and with central agencies.

Key Selection Criteria 

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong strategic, commercial, and project delivery capabilities, translating high-level strategies into effective programs that achieve desired outcomes. Success relies on the ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders, understand complex organisational and economic contexts, and apply commercial acumen to drive efficiencies and value. The role requires a proactive, outcomes-focused professional who can navigate risks, influence decision-making, and ensure projects deliver meaningful benefits to the community.

To access the Position Description, please click here.

Position accountabilities 

• Lead the planning, development, and implementation of strategies for recontracting bus services, driving commercial and financial outcomes from strategy to execution.
• Provide authoritative, high-quality commercial and financial advice to Ministers, the Secretary, and executive leadership, supporting transport portfolio objectives.
• Lead and develop the team, promoting a diverse, safe, and inclusive culture while building capability and engagement.
• Represent the department in committees and forums, negotiate effectively, and ensure alignment with organisational and policy priorities.
• Manage change initiatives and stakeholder relationships, driving continuous improvement and fostering collaborative partnerships across government, private sector, and community stakeholders.

Personal Attributes

The team operates in a fast-paced, high-complexity environment, so a proactive and analytically minded professional is essential. The successful applicant will thrive by applying strong financial and contract management expertise, building collaborative partnerships, and delivering innovative, high-quality commercial outcomes.

Qualifications and experience

Mandatory

• Minimum 5 years’ professional experience in a commercial or government environment.
  
  

Desirable 

• A relevant tertiary qualification would be well regarded

Culture Value 

We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds representing the community that we serve, including veterans, parents, carers, First Peoples, people with disability, multicultural, multifaith and LGBTIQA+ individuals. 

As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture. Through shared actions and behaviours aligned with our strategy and direction, we empower our people to thrive and meaningfully contribute to the department’s goals. 

What we offer 

Working at the Department of Transport and Planning provides people with the opportunity to contribute to creating thriving places and connected communities for all Victorians. 

For further details please refer to Careers at the Department of Transport and Planning. 

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions  

All new appointments to the department will be subject to a National Criminal Records Check, Misconduct Screening, and a Qualification Check where there is a requirement for a mandatory qualification. Information provided to the Department of Transport and Planning will be treated in the strictest confidence consistent with the requirements of the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014. 

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. 

Non-VPS applicants will be subject to a probation period of six months. 

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. 

If you encounter any issues, refer to our Quick Reference Guide for step-by-step instructions. 

Applications close at 11.59pm on Saturday, 15 November 2025. 

Please include both your resume and a cover letter. 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 Asim Baig, Director, Commercial Bus Contracting Reform and Transactions at  asim.baig@transport.vic.gov.au