Title:  Manager People Insights

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 People Insights Team translates complex workforce data into clear, actionable insights that inform strategic decisions and build organisational capability. As Manager, People Insights, you will lead a high‑performing team to identify trends and risks, deliver executive‑ready advice, design dashboards and reports, integrate data systems, build strong stakeholder relationships, and drive continuous improvement, turning evidence into strategies that strengthen performance, innovation, and people‑centred decision‑making.
 

What we’re looking for (Selection Criteria) 
You’re someone who:

• Leads and supports your team, creating a culture where people perform at their best
• Thinks about the bigger picture and helps others solve problems across the organisation
• Uses data to inform decisions and improve outcomes
• Applies critical thinking to identify issues, solve problems, and deliver results
• Manages stakeholders and finds practical solutions to meet their needs

Click here to access the Position Description. 

Qualifications and experience 

• Demonstrated experience in workforce analytics, reporting and insights in a large, complex organisation (Mandatory)
• Tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Business, Economics or a related discipline (desirable)
• Experience mentoring and uplifting capability in analytics teams is highly regarded (desirable)
• Expertise in Power BI (data modelling, enterprise dashboards, automation) (desirable)
• Strong knowledge of SuccessFactors (People Analytics, Story Reports) and/or SAP HR reporting modules, with experience in configuration, data extraction and governance (desirable).
• Sound understanding of data privacy, compliance and governance frameworks in the public sector (desirable)

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, 13 April 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 Mat Wiliams – Director, People and Insights via mat.williams@transport.vic.gov.au.  

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