Department of Transport & Planning Victoria – Melbourne VIC

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 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’resomeone who:

- Builds robust 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.

Qualifications and experience

You’llbring:

- 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 professional 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 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 Monday, 5 October 2026.

For further information about the role, please contact Suprit Melinamani, Director Enterprise Systems Management at ***************@transport.vic.gov.au.

Redeployees

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