Title:  Manager Performance

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

Job Location: Various locations across Victoria, including 1 Spring Street (Melbourne CBD), Sunshine, Ringwood, Ballarat and Geelong.

The Manager Performance leads a team of Performance Advisors to deliver the Victorian Road Maintenance Contracts performance regime across regional and metropolitan Victoria. The role builds strong relationships with contractors and internal teams to ensure accurate reporting, effective analysis and successful service delivery.
The position drives continuous improvement, manages risks, develops team capability and provides strong leadership to support a high-performing, inclusive and flexible work environment. The role ensures performance outcomes align with departmental frameworks, safety requirements and operational priorities.
 

What we’re looking for (Selection Criteria) 

You’re someone who: 

• Applies critical thinking and systems thinking to understand complex issues, identify opportunities and deliver practical solutions that achieve business outcomes.
• Builds strong stakeholder relationships and uses influence, negotiation and collaboration skills to achieve shared objectives.
• Develops team capability by providing guidance, coaching and opportunities that support growth and future workforce needs.
• Understands broader business and environmental impacts to inform decisions, improve processes and address emerging challenges.
• Effectively manages stakeholder needs by building trusted partnerships and delivering outcomes that benefit clients and the organisation.

Click here to access the Position Description. 

Qualifications and experience 

You’ll bring: 

• Relevant Industry Experience (desirable)

Other position-specific requirements

• Driver’s License
• Requires ad hoc travel within Victoria to support operational and business requirements.

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 Thursday, 20th of 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 Stephen De Bono, A/Director, Commercial & Performance at stephen.debono@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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