Title:  Senior Education Engagement Officer

About Us

'Safe journeys, every time'. This is what we strive for at Safe Transport Victoria (ST Vic).

As the safety regulator for commercial passenger vehicles, buses and maritime, what we do impacts the everyday lives of Victorians. Our role is to work with these industries and the communities they serve to ensure a transport system that inspires confidence for users.

We are focused on creating impact by being an intelligence-led regulator, agile to technological disruptions in the market and highly responsive to community expectations and needs.

We are also in the business of thinking big. We are reimagining what’s possible in how we regulate, and we welcome those who are interested in reshaping and redefining how we work.

Safe Transport Victoria is committed to building a culture of ‘working as one’. This means our people share openly, question respectfully and build together. This also means we invest in our people and provide personal and professional development programs to create a workforce that is empowered, innovative and adaptable.

Job Title

Senior Education Engagement Officer

VPS Level

VPS Grade 5

 Salary

$113,022 - $136,747 plus superannuation

 Work type

Fixed Term 12 months (Maternity Leave Cover)

About the Role

Reporting to the Senior Education & Engagement Manager, this role will provide advice and guidance to support the team in delivering events and activations that communicate key educational and safety messages that improve safety and reduce risk across our communities.

The responsibilities of the Senior Education Engagement Officer will include, but are not limited to:

•  Lead the delivery and implementation of educational events across our three modes, engaging with internal and external stakeholders to deliver ST Vic's educational initiatives.
• Lead and oversee event management, process optimisation, supplier and contract management, and end-to-end logistics to ensure efficient and high-quality delivery aligned with strategic objectives.
• Provide leadership, guidance and support to the Education and Engagement team, in line with agreed procedures, to develop and deliver safety interventions and adult educational initiatives that ensure the agreed outcomes and outputs are achieved, update/develop processes and procedures as necessary.
• Oversee and review the evaluation of educational programs to identify risks, with a focus on achieving improved safety outcomes through educational delivery, including capturing data from events to inform/create reports.
• Develop engaging educational materials, resources, and activities that cater to our communities and industries and disseminate educative messages through our various channels.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, engaging with a diverse range of government, industry, and community stakeholders to co-design and deliver impactful educational programs that meet stakeholder needs and organisational goals.
• Promote and support safe, inclusive, and flexible team operations

To access the Position Description, click here

Qualifications

Desirable:

• Demonstrated experience working in developing and delivering educational materials and communications for diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated proficiency in leveraging technology tools and platforms to enhance communication.
• An event management qualification or relative experience.
• An educational qualification or experience in delivering educational programs.
• A relevant qualification, such as Workplace Training and Assessment is highly desirable.

Further Information

For a confidential discussion, please contact Lisa Marquez, Senior Education & Engagement Manager via email lisa.marquez@safetransport.vic.gov.au

 It is an inherent requirement of this position that the employee is ready, willing, and able to perform work outside their ordinary place of residence as this role requires regular weekend work of approximately one weekend per month. Flexibility to work additional weekends as needed is required. Occasional public holiday and evening work is also required, with occasional overnight stays.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records Check prior to commencing employment with Safe Transport Victoria. For further information
on the position, please refer to the attached position description.

What we offer you?

ST Vic is committed to building a culture of flexible work arrangements, providing professional development programs and supporting ways of working that help employees balance work and life. We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds, including veterans, people who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, have a disability, are from varied cultural backgrounds and those who identify as LGBTIQ+.

A Workplace committed to safety and wellbeing

ST Vic is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all its people, including contractors and visitors. We have a strong focus on initiating wellness events for our people to foster a sense of enjoyment and positive mental health. In some instances, ST Vic also offers flexible working arrangements.

Diversity and Inclusion

ST Vic’s broad diversity program enables us to attract, recruit, retain and develop a diverse workforce to foster greater innovation, greater customer connection and increased wellbeing and satisfaction.

Learning and Development

We want you to grow, develop and learn with us! ST Vic provides you with access to a range of internal and external learning and development opportunities to support your performance in your role and further your career aspirations.

How to Apply

Please click the ‘Apply Now' button. As part of the application process, you will need to provide a copy of your resume and a cover letter of no more than 1 page in length addressing your skills, experience and interest in the position.

 Applications close at midnight 20 July 2025