Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs Reference: 11256 About Us We create thriving places andconnectedcommunities. We plan,buildandmaintainVictoria’s transport,planningand land services. We are committed to a safe,inclusiveand 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 The Program Transition Lead ensures complex ICT program outcomes are successfully embedded into day-to-day operations. The role leads business analysis, transition planning, testing, operational readiness and stakeholder engagement to ensure solutions are fit for purpose, fully supported and aligned with business needs. Working across teams, vendors and stakeholders, the position manages risks, coordinates service onboarding, and establishes sustainable support, training and governance arrangements for long-term success.

What we’re looking for You’resomeone who:

- Manages complex and competing stakeholder needs, building strong relationships and facilitating practical, innovative solutions at senior levels.
- Leads project delivery by applying deep expertise, considering broader organisational and government context, and balancing competing priorities to achieve successful outcomes.
- Uses advanced critical thinking to develop sustainable solutions, working across agencies and senior stakeholders beyond immediate areas of responsibility.
- Promotes a cooperative culture by removing barriers to information sharing and encouraging cross-team cooperation to deliver results.




- Communicates with impact by tailoring messaging to different audiences, providing clear advice to support decision-making and influence outcomes.

Qualifications and experience You’llbring:

- Appropriate tertiary qualification in Information Technology, Business, or related discipline. (mandatory)
- Demonstrated experience in ICT program transition (mandatory)
- Experience working within formal project or program methodologies (PRINCE2, MSP, Agile or equivalent). (mandatory)
- Experience within Victorian Public Sector governance environments. (desirable) Pre-employment checks and employment conditions Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will berequired. 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. Applications close at 11.59pm on Wednesday, 05th of August 2026. For further information about the role, please contact Charles Boorman, Senior Manager Technology via [email protected] 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 If you require any adjustments to fullyparticipatein the recruitment process or need the advert or attachments in an accessible format (e.g., large print), please contact us.We'rehere to support you. Applications close Wednesday 5 August 2026 at 11.59pm

📌 Program Transition Lead (Melbourne)
🏢 State Government Of Victoria, Australia
📍 Melbourne