Program Development Lead

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Work type: Full Time - Fixed Term

Salary: $109,730 - $132,764

Grade: VPSG5

Occupation: Engineering

Location: Eastern Metropolitan

Reference: 6963

About the Role

This is a Fixed term role until 31/12/2025

The Program Development Leads are responsible for producing and maintaining a forward maintenance program for Metro Region through application of asset management best practice, systems, and maintenance budgets working closely with internal and external stakeholders.

This position reports to the Delivery Manager, Metro, work closely with the Delivery Manager and Team Leaders for Metro Region, and require highly developed program planning and communication skills

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Position Outcomes / Accountabilities

• Program Development - Devises and co-ordinates required activities to analyse program objectives and client requirements which are to be addressed through the development and delivery of the maintenance program.
• Contract Management - Manages commercial arrangements with delivery partners, consultants and contractors that lead to successful program development outcomes.
• Strategic Planning - Engages with the team to ensure program components are aligned to the broader strategic plans
• Stakeholder Management - Strong relationships have been built with key internal and external stakeholders. Stakeholders have been positively engaged with and feel informed and are satisfied with pipeline initiatives.
• Working Collaboratively - Focuses on mechanisms within the Program, that facilitate the inception of new projects that align with the overall program objectives.
• Leadership - has provided effective leadership, people management and support to their team. Staff are engaged with high levels of cohesion and commitment and are delivering on the services required.
• Health and Wellbeing - Promote and support safe, inclusive and flexible team operations.

Key Selection Criteria

The Department of Transport and Planning is seeking a skilled Program Development Lead, Metro, to drive the successful development and delivery of key programs and projects. This role requires an individual who excels in critical thinking, problem solving, and strategic planning. You will leverage a deep understanding of business processes to identify and resolve recurring issues, delivering tangible business outcomes by integrating effective solutions into work processes.

You will use your influence and persuasion skills to adapt communication styles and strategies to suit diverse audiences, ensuring the successful integration of your ideas. With a focus on aligning day-to-day planning with broader team and organizational goals, you will guide your team in executing strategic plans.

Your project management expertise will be crucial as you translate strategies into concrete programs, defining governance frameworks to manage risks and ensure the success of initiatives. Effective communication is key in this role, as you will prepare and deliver concise, logical presentations that engage stakeholders and promote understanding.

Your ability to manage and nurture stakeholder relationships will also be essential. You will actively engage with clients and stakeholders, monitor satisfaction, and address any concerns to foster strong, productive relationships.

If you have a proven track record in project delivery, strategic planning, and stakeholder management, and are committed to driving outcomes within the transport and planning sector, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Personal Attributes

On a personal level, the candidate will be highly adaptable, quickly adjusting systems and processes to changing priorities. They will focus on outcomes, ensuring their work positively impacts the community, while fostering collaboration and overcoming barriers to enhance team performance.

Qualifications and Experience

Mandatory

• At least five years experience in a similar or comparable role, preferably in a government/public service context.
• Understanding of Asset Maintenance Management Systems
• Strong knowledge of the Road Management Plan
• Strong understanding of Maintenance Specification Section 750

Desirable

• Experience in the development of programs for infrastructure capital and maintenance works

Role Specific Requirements

• Drivers License

• Ability and willingness to travel and work across locations within metropolitan and regional Victoria.

• Construction White Card

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.

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Applications close 11.59pm on Tuesday 1st of April 2025.

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

For further information about the role please contact Pasan Weerasekara - Delivery Manager Metro • Network Operations via pasan.weerasekara@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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Applications close Tuesday 1 April 2025 at 11.59PM

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• Company : Department of Transport and Planning
• Position : Program Development Lead
• Location : Hybrid work in Victoria
• Country : AU

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