Title:  Senior Project Officer, Commercialisations

About Us

The Department of Transport and Planning oversees key planning, transport and land use policy decisions and management across the State. A life-cycle approach to planning, building, connecting and sustaining communities means our people can come together to; improve services, deliver sustainable projects, focus on customer engagement, streamline regulatory approval pathways, facilitate community consultation and better realise local economic opportunities for more liveable communities across Victoria.

The Investment and Technology Group within the Department of Transport and Planning is responsible for supporting the delivery of services and infrastructure by ensuring effective, innovative commercial contracts are in place to support the Departments major services.

The Budget Strategy & Portfolio Assurance team within Investment and Technology, drives an integrated and consistent approach to managing the Department’s investment lifecycle. It oversees the Department's capital delivery program and provides support to project areas across the department.

The Commercialisations team is responsible for planning, designing and leading major commercial transaction opportunities to deliver commercial and contract management services that provide innovation and value for money outcomes for the State.

We’re focused on outcomes that deliver more choice, connections and confidence in our travel, ensuring the whole transport network works as one to deliver better services and outcomes.

About the Role

This is a Fixed Term Position until 30 June 2026

The Senior Project Officer is responsible for providing project management support and commercial advice as well as leading project workstreams and/or small commercial projects.

Budget Strategy & Portfolio Assurance works closely with policy and operational areas throughout the contracting lifecycle to mobilise project teams, support commercial strategy development, undertake pre-procurement and procurement activities, and provide a range of commercial project management support, advice and leadership.

Key elements of the role include developing project and commercial options, preparing high-quality transaction documents including Requests for Tender and service specifications, engaging with industry to inform commercial strategies, project management, procurement and management of external advisers (including technical, legal and commercial), reporting, leading and managing governance processes, and general commercial advice.

The position will work flexibly across the Budget Strategy & Portfolio Assurance to support multiple projects.

The successful applicant will have proven experience in working in multidisciplinary teams to deliver complex, high value projects within a commercial context.

To access the Position Description, please click here.

Position Outcomes / Accountabilities

• Gather and analyse information from within DTP and from other sources to support development of commercial strategies and options.
• Prepare project documentation and advice, including submissions to government and internal stakeholder briefings, on the project workstream areas of review/change and other complex commercial / policy matters.
• Stakeholders perceive that analysis and advice is comprehensively considered, takes into account whole of project outcomes and supports successful outcomes through a supportive partnership.
• Assist with the identification and resolution of project and strategic issues to support timely and effective decision making and negotiations.
• Contribute to achievement of value for money outcomes through participation in the evaluation of options.

Key Selection Criteria

The DTP is seeking a skilled professional with expertise in project delivery, stakeholder management, and business acumen to coordinate and execute work activities, monitor progress, and ensure outcomes align with goals. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong interpersonal skills, critical thinking, and the ability to build meaningful partnerships while maintaining efficiency and accountability in operations.

Qualifications and Experience

Desirable

• At least 3 years of professional experience in a relevant commercial transaction and/or high value project setting
• Experience working with State or Federal Government
• A relevant tertiary qualification in commerce, finance, economics, business management, law, project management or related discipline.

What we offer

• Meaningful work making Victorian communities more accessible and liveable
• Professional growth and development opportunities across the department and the wider Victorian Public Services
• A hybrid working model focused on collaboration and teamwork
• Optimal work-life balance initiatives including flexible working arrangements
• Opportunity to work across multiple urban and suburban hubs
• We prioritise the development of a safe and inclusive culture

Culture Value

We are an equal opportunity employer, embracing a diverse range of applicants such as veterans, and people who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA community members, individuals with disabilities and/or health conditions, as well as those from varied faith and cultural backgrounds. At our department, we prioritize the development of a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture through shared actions and behaviours that align with our strategy and direction. This empowers our employees to effectively contribute to our goals.

How to Apply

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Applications close 11:59 pm on Sunday 27th April 2025. 

Please include a resume and cover letter. All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We’re unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.

For further information about the role please contact Robert Cotter, Project Director, Commercialisations via robert.cotter@transport.vic.gov.au

Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Transport and Planning will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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