Department of Transport & Planning Victoria – Melbourne VIC

About Us

We create thriving places andconnectedcommunities. We plan,buildandmaintainVictoria’s transport,planningand land services. We are committed to a protected,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 Roadside Officer supports routine roadside maintenance across eastern Victoria under VRMC contracts. The role assists with planning, scheduling, coordination and monitoring of maintenance activities to ensure works are delivered efficiently, safely and to required standards.

The role supports contractor performance monitoring, compliance and reporting, while working with internal teams, contractors and local councils to resolve issues. It also contributes to identifying improvements, analysing program outcomes and managing risks, with all activities undertaken in line with legislative, safety and environmental requirements and consideration of community impacts.

What we're looking for (Selection Criteria)

- Builds positive stakeholder relationships, responding professionally and respectfully to needs, resolving issues and connecting people with the right information or support.
- Uses sound judgement and problem-solving skills to interpret guidelines, assess information, resolve day-to-day issues and elevate complex matters when needed.
- Plans and coordinates work effectively, meeting deadlines, monitoring progress, following up actions and raising emerging issues early.




- Works collaboratively and adapts to change, contributing to a positive team environment, sharing information and responding constructively to changing priorities.
- Understands organisational and commercial priorities, working within public sector values, legislation, contracts and value-for-money principles.

Qualifications and experience

- A current Victorian driver’s licence with no restrictions that would prevent you from performing the key requirements of the role, unless the Department can reasonably accommodate those restrictions (mandatory).

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.

Applications close at 11.59pm on Sunday, 25th October 2026.

For further information about the role, please contact Rebecca Chase, Manager Roadside and Environment 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.

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📌 Roadside Officer (Melbourne)
🏢 Department of Transport & Planning Victoria
📍 Melbourne