Title:  Performance Advisor

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: 1 Spring Street, Sunshine or Ringwood

The Performance Advisor oversees performance under Victoria’s Road Maintenance Contracts across metropolitan and regional Victoria. The role ensures contracts are delivered effectively, providing value, quality and compliance with relevant legislation and standards.

The role uses commercial expertise and independent judgement to manage risks, improve performance and develop solutions to complex issues. It builds strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes for government and the community, while supporting safe, inclusive and flexible team environments.
 

What we’re looking for (Selection Criteria) 

You’re someone who: 

• Builds strong partnerships and collaboration, creating trust, navigating differing views and bringing people together to achieve shared outcomes.
• Applies strategic critical thinking and problem-solving, considering the broader business context and developing solutions that address issues and prevent recurrence.
• Leads effective project delivery, translating strategy into practical projects with clear governance, responsibilities, measures and risk management.
• Influences and gains support, using strong communication, relationships and expert input to build agreement and ownership of proposals.
• Focuses on meaningful outcomes, monitoring the impact of work and ensuring delivery creates positive results for the community and organisation. 

Click here to access the Position Description. 

Qualifications and experience 

You’ll bring: 

• Commercial experience in managing large contracts (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 Thursday, 17th of September 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 Kyle Sharkey, A/Manager Performance via Kyle.Sharkey@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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