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Senior Project Officer


Company : Department of Transport and Planning


Location : Melbourne, Victoria


Created : 2025-07-18


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Join to apply for the Senior Project Officer role at Department of Transport and PlanningJoin to apply for the Senior Project Officer role at Department of Transport and PlanningAbout UsWe create thriving places and connected communities by integrating transport, planning, land use and policy functions. Together with our portfolio agencies, we manage Victorias transport and planning systems to serve all Victorians.Title: Senior Project OfficerRequisition ID: 7673Work Type: Fixed Term Full TimeFixed Term Period: Not ApplicableLocation: Melbourne - CBDDate Posted: 15 Jul 2025About UsWe create thriving places and connected communities by integrating transport, planning, land use and policy functions. Together with our portfolio agencies, we manage Victorias transport and planning systems to serve all Victorians.Housing, Building and Land Delivery supports balanced urban growth by delivering zoned land, unlocking government-owned sites, and strengthening the building system.About The RoleThis is a Fixed Term Position until 30 June 2026The Senior Project Officer plays a critical role in strengthening governance across building reform programs by supporting the effective operation of project control boards and related committees. This role leads engagement with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely, high-quality meeting materials and consistent implementation of resolutions. The successful candidate will help shape governance frameworks, contribute to strategic decision-making, and provide authoritative advice to senior executives and the Minister for Housing and Building.For a more detailed description please click here for the position descriptionWere seeking a strategic and collaborative professional to join the Building Policy and Reform Strategic Programs and Performance team, where youll play a key role in strengthening governance and oversight across major reform initiatives. Your background in governance, program coordination or project deliveryideally in complex, multi-stakeholder environmentswill be vital as you support project control boards, manage reporting and risk frameworks, and contribute to policy development. Success in this role will rely on your ability to deliver high-quality advice, create effective stakeholder relationships, and drive fit-for-purpose governance processes that support ministerial and executive decision-making. To thrive in this environment, youll need to be proactive, adaptable and detail-oriented, with a strong understanding of governance frameworks and experience applying project and program management tools in a practical way.Culture ValueWe 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 departments goals.What We OfferWorking at the Department of Transport and Planning provides people with the opportunity to contribute to creating thriving places and connected communities for all Victorians.For further details please refer to Careers at the Department of Transport and Planning.Pre-employment checks and employment conditionsAll 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 ApplyClick the Apply button to be redirected to our recruitment platform, where you may need to create an account to submit your application.If you encounter any issues, refer to our Quick Reference Guide for step-by-step instructions.Applications close at 11.59pm on TUESDAY, 29 July 2025.Please include both your resume and a cover letter. All applications must be submitted via the online portal, were unable to accept email or manual submissions.For further information about the role, please contact Catherine Flint Manager, Program Governance at catherine.r.flint@transport.vic.gov.auImportant InformationIf you require any adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process or need the advert or attachments in an accessible format (e.g., large print), please contact us by phone or email. 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