Title:  Program Manager, Rail Standards

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 Project Manager Rail Standards leads a program to develop and update rail standards across Victoria’s transport system. They plan and track projects, manage risks, and ensure strong reporting and governance. The role works closely with internal experts, rail operators like Metro, V/Line and Yarra Trams, and senior leaders to align priorities and deliver outcomes. They support teams, coordinate advisory groups, and improve processes. Success means the development and publication of clear, consistent standards that support a safer, more reliable and efficient transport network, and stronger collaboration across the sector.
 

What we’re looking for (Selection Criteria) 

You’re someone who:

• Enjoys leading projects that improve rail standards and deliver real-world outcomes.
• Can plan and deliver programs end-to-end, ensuring process-compliance, governance, risk management and performance reporting to relevant groups.
• Can build strong relationships and work closely with stakeholders to achieve shared goals within reasonable timeframes.
• Can identify improvements, use data to inform decisions, and drive better ways of working.
• Can collaborate across teams, support others to grow, and apply strong technical knowledge of standards and compliance.

Click here to access the Position Description. 

Qualifications and experience 

You’ll bring: 

• Large-scale programme delivery experience. (desirable)
• Experience with National Standards bodies such as Australian Rail Industry Standards Organisation - ARISO (formally the Rail Industry Safety and Standards Board - RISSB) or similar (desirable).
• Experience in applying management plans and/or governance for technical activities. (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 Wednesday, 29th 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 Evan Coulson - Senior Manager - Engineering Standards via evan.coulson@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 here: 
https://www.vic.gov.au/public-sector-industrial-relations-policies-2025/redundancy-redeployment-and-retrenchment 

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