Title:  Lead Engineer - Structures

About the Role

Job Location: Ringwood, Melbourne

Reporting to the Principal Engineer Structures, the Lead Engineer – Structures is responsible for developing and refining standard documentation and practices for the management, design, and construction of bridges and other road-related structures. The role provides expert advice, leads practical improvements in structural design, technology, and innovation, and drives knowledge sharing and capability building within the Structures team and across the Department of Transport and Planning (DTP). It involves fostering strong relationships with other areas of DTP, external agencies, industry, and academia, as well as guiding the resolution of complex technical structural issues where policies or guidelines are unclear or unavailable. The position leads research, analysis, development, and documentation of best practice in structural analysis, condition rating, health monitoring, asset management, and the use of diverse materials and methodologies for various structure types, including bridges and culverts. Additionally, the Lead Engineer supports the Principal Engineer Structures in assessing departures, evaluating new products, and responding to specific industry requests.

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Position Outcomes / Accountabilities

• Ability to communicate with internal and external stakeholders to educate, influence and negotiate in a consultative manner with particular focus on structural technology and innovation areas where policies, guidelines and/or precedents are not readily available.
• Utilise technical leadership skills to identify areas for improvement and mentor, coach and share knowledge to promote a culture of ongoing learning among staff, especially in structural and innovation area. Lead with clarity by providing clear expectations, knowledge sharing and ongoing feedback.
• Utilise specialist knowledge of structures, Standards, Codes, Bridge Technical Notes and innovations to deliver expert advice to stakeholders.
• Manage research projects and work with standards bodies to identify and develop new standards, update existing and lead their implementation by DTP.
• Assess new products that may be submitted by industry and develop guidelines, specifications or standards for the implementation of these products into the DTP network.

Key Selection Criteria

This role requires a collaborative team player who engages with colleagues across teams, applies critical thinking to resolve complex issues, and delivers projects that translate strategic goals into successful outcomes. You will bring accomplished interpersonal, customer service, and adaptability skills, tailoring solutions to meet diverse needs while managing risks and maintaining high service standards. With advanced technical expertise in bridge design, including culverts, and a deep understanding of various bridge types, elements, and structural barriers, you will lead complex projects and deliver innovative, high-quality solutions.

Qualifications and Experience

• Appropriate engineering qualification in engineering or related discipline
• Demonstrated extensive experience in the field of research and development of standards and guidelines.
• Demonstrate experience in the use of Australian Standards, Codes, Bridge Technical Notes, Guideline etc.

Role specific requirements 

• Drivers licence 
• Professional Engineers Registration Act 2019
• May Involve evening or weekend work including occasional overnight travel
• You may be required to undertake a medical and other safety compliance requirement

Culture Value 

We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds representing the community that we serve, including veterans, parents, carers, First Peoples, people with disability, multicultural, multifaith and LGBTIQA+ individuals. 

As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture. Through shared actions and behaviours aligned with our strategy and direction, we empower our people to thrive and meaningfully contribute to the department’s goals. 

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

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions  

All new appointments to the department will be subject to a National Criminal Records Check, Misconduct Screening, and a Qualification Check where there is a requirement for a mandatory qualification. Information provided to the Department of Transport and Planning will be treated in the strictest confidence consistent with the requirements of the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014. 

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. 

Non-VPS applicants will be subject to a probation period of six months. 

How to Apply

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Applications close at 11:59 pm on Tuesday 26th of August 2025. 

Please include both your resume and a cover letter. 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 Dimitrios Polymenakos, Principal Engineer Structures via 0418 552 511 or Dimitrios.polymenakos@transport.vic.gov.au

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