Senior IT Project Manager

About us  

The Essential Services Commission is Victoria’s independent economic regulator of essential services supplied by a range of industries. The commission’s functions include: 

• making regulatory decisions with respect to prescribed industries (including price determinations, licensing, customer protection and access disputes).  

• undertaking reviews and providing advice to Ministers on a range of economic and regulatory matters.  

• administering the Victorian Energy Upgrades program. 

About the role 

The Senior IT Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the successful delivery of IT-related projects across the commission. The role leads project planning and execution, stakeholder engagement, budget and resource management, risk and governance oversight, and change implementation to support organisational objectives. The position also works closely with internal stakeholders and external vendors to deliver effective, integrated technology solutions. 

This role provides the opportunity to develop your skills, work collaboratively across the organisation, and contribute to outcomes that support fair, reliable and accessible essential services for Victorian consumers.

This is a fixed term position until 30 April 2027. The work location for this position is 570 Bourke Street, Melbourne with hybrid work arrangements available.

Key accountabilities

• Lead and manage the full life cycle of IT projects, including planning, delivery, reporting, risk management and governance.
• Develop complex business cases and support associated procurement activities to progress projects through delivery.
• Coordinate cross-functional resources, internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and aligned with commission objectives.
• Prepare and maintain key project documentation, including project plans, schedules, budget trackers, financial reporting and scope management.
• Oversee system integration activities, testing and transition of new solutions into business-as-usual operations.
• Lead three team members, set clear expectations, provide coaching and regular feedback and offer hands‑on support with day‑to‑day tasks to ensure consistent delivery.

Please refer to the attached position description for the principal functions and key selection criteria.

How to apply

Click the ‘apply now’ button to be redirected to our recruitment platform, where you may need to create an account to submit your application.

All applications should include:

• a resume; and
• a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria, highlighting your skills and relevant experience in relation to the role.

For further information about the role, please contact David Martin, Chief Information Officer at david.martin@esc.vic.gov.au

Our commitment to fostering a diverse, inclusive and flexible workplace

Be part of a highly respected and professional organisation that allows you to apply your knowledge while supporting flexible working arrangements that allow you to balance work and life. You’ll be working in a dynamic and collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth. 

We are Equal Employment Opportunity employer with inclusive leaders committed to driving a workplace culture that prioritises equity, safety, respect, and flexibility for all staff. We uphold the principles of Aboriginal self-determination in caring for our community.

We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of any age, gender identity, parental/carer status, ability, religion, or cultural backgrounds.

If you require any adjustments to equitably participate in the recruitment process, or need an alternative format to any of the application material, please contact people.culture@esc.vic.gov.au for support.

Other relevant information

Applicants must have corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period to be appointed to this role. Ongoing positions are only available to Australian/New Zealand citizens or Australian Permanent Residents. 

Preferred applicants are required to undergo mandatory pre-employment screening, which includes a national criminal history check, right to work verification, qualification checks, statutory declaration disclosing any previous misconduct investigations and declaration of private interests.