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

The role provides leadership and oversight of the Victorian Transport Digital Engineering (VTDE) platform, ensuring technology is secure, reliable, resilient, cost-effective and aligned with business needs. It drives value from technology investments, improves user experience and ensures quality delivery, service continuity and compliance with government and industry standards.

Key responsibilities include strategic technical leadership, operational service delivery, stakeholder engagement, communication, risk management and assurance, and technology governance. The role ensures effective frameworks, policies, standards and controls are implemented, while managing risks, supporting informed decisions, driving continuous improvement and achieving organisational objectives.

What we’re looking for (Selection Criteria)

You’re someone who:

- Builds strong stakeholder relationships, balancing complex and competing needs to achieve effective, innovative outcomes.
- Applies critical thinking and a broad business perspective to solve complex problems, address root causes and deliver tangible outcomes.
- Leads high-performing teams by embedding quality, knowledge sharing, collaboration and continuous improvement into ways of working.
- Champions innovation by identifying opportunities, encouraging new approaches and creating an environment where creativity and improvement are valued.
- Integrates knowledge management and business continuity into risk planning while breaking down barriers and strengthening collaboration across teams.

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Qualifications and experience

You’ll bring:





- Relevant tertiary qualification in Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Management, Information Systems, Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience (mandatory).
- Demonstrated experience in digital engineering and spatial programs, with a graduate degree and appropriate professional software accreditation, including Autodesk Construction Cloud (mandatory).
- IBM Maximo qualified certification and demonstrated ability to adapt and perform effectively in fast-paced environments (desirable).

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, 5 October 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 Suprit Melinamani, Director Enterprise Systems Management at ***************@transport.vic.gov.au.

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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📌 Manager Transport Asset Systems (Melbourne)
🏢 Department of Transport & Planning Victoria
📍 Melbourne