About Us

We create thriving places and connected communities. We plan, build and maintain Victoria’s transport, planning and land services. We are committed to a safe, inclusive and 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

This is a Fixed Term Position until 13/08/2027

The Data Sharing Advisor supports the team to manage relationships with other agencies, customers and key data-related contracts. They receive, review and manage audit requests, making sure each request is handled accurately, professionally and within required timeframes. The role involves regular communication with customers and stakeholders, responding to questions, resolving issues and escalating matters when needed.

The Advisor also supports the Operations Manager and contributes ideas to improve ways of working. Success in the role helps ensure requests are managed smoothly, customers receive a professional service, and data-sharing activities meet required standards and processes.

What we’re looking for (Selection Criteria)

You’re Someone Who

- Enjoys working with others and building positive relationships with clients, stakeholders and teams.
- Can plan, prioritise and organise your work to meet deadlines and changing priorities.
- Uses sound judgement and problem-solving skills to find solutions and improve the way things are done.
- Is flexible, adaptable and resilient, responding positively to change and current ideas.
- Enjoys sharing knowledge, giving feedback and developing your own skills to support team success.

Qualifications And Experience Click here to access the Position Description.

You’ll Bring –

- Relevant qualifications and experience in line with position requirements (mandatory)

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- Customer service experience (desirable)

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- Knowledge of applicable data privacy and security frameworks,



including overarching legal frameworks (desirable)

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Experience working with data sharing arrangements (desirable)

Other Position-specific Requirements

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- Demonstrable experience assisting in the management of ongoing project and contract work

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- Ability to manage and triage incoming requests from stakeholders in a professional and timely manner

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- Developed organizational and analytical experience that can be applied to the management and review of a significant number of audit documentation received annually from Stakeholders.

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions

Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will be required.

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.

How To Apply

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

Applications close at 11.59pm on Monday, 28 September 2026.

Please include both your resume and a cover letter addressing how your experience addresses each of the key selection criteria for the role. All applications must be submitted via the online portal, we’re unable to accept email or manual submissions.

For further information about the role, please contact Shaun Price, Operations Manager - Data Sharing Arrangements 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.

Important Information

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📌 Data Sharing Advisor (Melbourne)
🏢 Department of Transport and Planning
📍 Melbourne