Title:  Delivery Manager, Grampians

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.

SprayLine Road Services (SRS) is a commercialised branch within the Network Operations Division of the Department of Transport and Planning providing road maintenance services, construction and associated civil works, bituminous spray sealing and line marking to DTP, other state road authorities, municipal councils, and private industry. SRS delivers services locally within the communities and is committed to ensuring quality, innovative and sustainable outcomes. SRS performs a key role as an internal provider to DTP, providing emergency response, maintaining organisational capability and supporting DTP in being an informed purchaser.

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 31 December 2025*

We're seeking an experienced leader to join the Department of Transport and Planning as the Delivery Manager, Grampians. In this key role, you’ll oversee all VRMC contracted works across the Grampians region, managing six depots, over 70 staff and contractors, and a budget exceeding $25 million.

You’ll be responsible for the delivery of road maintenance, emergency response, and civil construction activities, ensuring compliance with the Roads Management Act 2004 and delivering value for money. The role also includes financial oversight, stakeholder engagement, team leadership, and contract management.

Reporting to the Associate Director, Maintenance Delivery, you’ll lead regional Team Leaders and work closely with Program Managers and senior advisers to meet contractual requirements and drive safety and performance innovation.

Make a real impact on Victoria’s road network – apply now to lead regional delivery in a high-performing team.

To access the Position Description, please click here.

Position Outcomes / Accountabilities

• Deliver efficient and reliable routine maintenance programs across the Grampians region.
• Lead and develop teams, fostering a safe, inclusive, and high-performing culture aligned with DTP values.
• Build strong partnerships with key internal and external stakeholders to support effective service delivery.
• Manage budgets and programs to ensure value for money and compliance with departmental policies.
• Promote a strong safety culture and implement WHS strategies to drive positive team behaviours and accountability.

Key Selection Criteria

The successful candidate will be an accomplished leader with demonstrated experience in managing people and building team capability, including setting clear expectations, providing feedback, and fostering engagement. They will bring strong commercial and financial acumen, with the ability to manage contracts, budgets, and procurement to deliver value for money. A proven track record in project delivery and risk management is essential, along with effective stakeholder engagement skills and a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation in service delivery.

Personal Attributes

On a personal level, the candidate will be resilient, fostering openness and persistence while promoting collaboration both internally and externally. They will demonstrate strong self-awareness, encouraging personal development and creating mechanisms for honest, constructive feedback.

Qualifications and Experience

Mandatory

• • Experience in the delivery of infrastructure capital and maintenance works.
  • Experience leading and managing road maintenance delivery teams within a commercial and performance-based environment.
  • Leadership experience managing geographically dispersed workforces.

Desirable

• • Degree qualified in a relevant discipline such as civil engineering, project management or equivalent.

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 11.59pm on Tuesday, 20th of May 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 Simon Grant - Associate Director, Maintenance Delivery via simon.grant@transport.vic.gov.au or 0439 792 507.

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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