Title: Manager Commercial Ports
About Us
The Department of Transport and Planning oversees key planning, transport and land use policy decisions and management across the State. A life-cycle approach to planning, building, connecting and sustaining communities means our people can come together to; improve services, deliver sustainable projects, focus on customer engagement, streamline regulatory approval pathways, facilitate community consultation and better realise local economic opportunities for more liveable communities across Victoria.
About the Network Design and Integration Group
Network, Design and Integration is a Group within the Department of Transport and Planning and is responsible for delivering transport priorities through the planning, development and maintenance of and integrated pipelines of projects and strategic initiatives.
We’re focused on outcomes that deliver more choice, connections and confidence in our travel, ensuring the whole transport network works as one to deliver better services and outcomes.
About the Role
This is a Fixed Term, full-time position until 16 December 2025.
This position is part of a team which is responsible for providing leadership and direction with regard to the development and operation of the commercial port network in Victoria, and major strategic projects which support the efficient and sustainable operations of Victoria’s supply chain. The role provides authoritative advice and guidance in the development of key policies; the review of documents generated through various port legislation, oversight of the planning, development and implementation of major commercial projects related to commercial ports which support the Victorian supply chain.
The Manager Commercial Ports plays an important role in planning for future growth of the commercial port system as part of the freight network. Current knowledge and experience associated with the planning and/or operation of commercial ports is required in this position.
The position will work closely with colleagues across the Department, port and freight managers and operators, stakeholders within the planning, freight and ports communities, relevant Victorian and Commonwealth Government departments and agencies to implement port and freight policy and planning initiatives.
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Position Outcomes
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and delivering diverse policy and project initiatives, ensuring key commercial project milestones are achieved, effectively overseeing broad port-related matters, and performing additional duties aligned with Section 31A of the Public Administration Act 2004 (Vic) and the role's classification, skills, and capabilities.
Key Selection Criteria –
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
- Freight and transport experience - Demonstrated specialist knowledge and/or significant industry experience in relation to freight transport policy, planning or operations, particularly in commercial ports.
- Strategic Planning - Thinks at the big picture level; entertains wide-ranging possibilities in developing a vision for the future; Works across a number of timeframes; Translates strategic direction into day-to-day activities.
- Conceptual and analytical ability - Deals with concepts and complexity comfortably; Uses analytical and conceptual skills to reason through problems; has creative ideas and can project how these can link to innovations.
- Drive and commitment - Enthusiastic and committed; Demonstrates capacity for sustained effort and hard work; Sets high standards of performance for self and others; Enjoys a vigorous and dynamic work environment.
- Written and Verbal Communication - Prepares complex briefs, letters, emails and reports using clear, concise and grammatically correct language; Edits written communications to ensure they contain the information necessary to achieve their purpose and meet audience needs; Ensures appropriate style and formats are used. Handles difficult and sensitive communications well.
Additionally, the successful candidate must foster a collaborative and supportive team environment by engaging with other teams to share information and navigate challenges, while promoting outcome-focused thinking by aligning team efforts with the strategic direction and community impact of the branch and organization.
Qualifications and Experience
Desirable
- Tertiary qualification in a relevant or a related discipline
What we offer
- Meaningful work making Victorian communities more accessible and liveable
- Professional growth and development opportunities across the department and the wider Victorian Public Services
- A hybrid working model focused on collaboration and teamwork
- Optimal work-life balance initiatives including flexible working arrangements
- Opportunity to work across multiple urban and suburban hubs
- 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.
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Applications close 11.59pm on Monday, 12th of May 2025.
All Applications should include a resume and a cover letter. For further information about the role please contact Daniel Heley - Director Local and Commercial Ports via Daniel.heley@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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