Title:  Senior ITS Surveillance Lead

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 

This is a fixed term position until 31 July 2029

The Senior ITS Surveillance Lead provides statewide expert leadership and technical assurance for Intelligent Transport Systems assets, ensuring compliance with departmental standards, legislation, and contracts. The role leads risk-based surveillance, audits, and non-conformance resolution, while guiding staff capability and consistency. It also supports design assurance, collaborates with stakeholders, and helps deliver safe, high-quality transport infrastructure outcomes.

The role ensures ITS works comply with technical standards, legislation, and contracts through risk-based surveillance, audits, and site inspections. It provides expert advice on construction and design assurance, supports project delivery tracking, and evaluates contractor claims. It investigates non-conformances, drives corrective actions, and collaborates with stakeholders to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient delivery outcomes.
 

What we’re looking for (Selection Criteria) 

You’re someone who: 

• Strong expertise in quality assurance, audit, and surveillance, including compliance frameworks, documentation, and environmental/heritage considerations.

• Advanced technical assurance capability, including designing monitoring processes, managing risk, and ensuring compliance with technical and functional requirements.

• Ability to review and assess design documentation and drawings to ensure alignment with technical standards and constructability requirements.

• Proven experience in Intelligent Transport Systems, including fault diagnosis, field asset surveying, and ensuring safety and performance compliance.

• Collaborative and adaptable approach, working effectively across teams, responding to changing priorities, and supporting shared outcomes.

Click here to access the Position Description. 

Qualifications and experience 

You’ll bring: 

• Mandatory experience in electrical and/or civil construction, with a strong understanding of design review processes.

• Proven stakeholder and client management skills, including effective communication and relationship management.

• Desirable trade qualification and experience implementing registration and accountability systems.

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 Tuesday, 30 June 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 Tony Flynn, Team Lead, ITS Asset Compliance at tony.flynn@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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