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 secure, inclusive workplace where our people can thrive and do meaningful work.

Title: Senior Policy Officer

Requisition ID: 11971

Work Type: Ongoing Full Time

Fixed Term Period: Not Applicable

Location: Melbourne - CBD

Date Posted: 22 Sept 2026

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 Senior Policy Officer leads the review and development of Victoria’s speed zoning policies, ensuring alignment with safe system principles and the Road Safety Strategy 2021–2030. The role develops evidence-based approaches to support effective speed management and safer road networks.

The position manages complex policy projects, provides expert advice to senior leaders and stakeholders, and builds strong partnerships to deliver road safety outcomes. It also provides technical expertise, supports capability development and contributes to a safe, inclusive and flexible team environment.

What we’re looking for (Selection Criteria)

You’re Someone Who

- Develops evidence-based policy options and recommendations that align with strategic priorities, community needs and broader government objectives.




- Translates strategies into effective programs and projects by establishing governance, managing risks and delivering measurable outcomes.
- Applies systems thinking and future-focused approaches to understand complex environments, identify opportunities and drive improvements.
- Focuses on community impact by monitoring outcomes and ensuring policies and services deliver meaningful benefits.
- Applies road safety engineering frameworks to provide technical guidance to improve road safety
- Builds a solid culture of collaboration by partnering across teams and stakeholders to achieve shared goals.

Qualifications And Experience

- Experience in policy development and implementation (mandatory).
- Qualifications in Engineering and/or road safety, with experience in speed management and understanding of the protected system approach to road safety (desirable).
- Proven ability to develop and maintain strong partnerships with key stakeholders (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.

Applications close at 11.59pm on Tuesday 6th October 2026.

For further information about the role, please contact Ross Gregory, Speed Management Specialist at

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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📌 Senior Policy Officer (Melbourne)
🏢 Department of Transport and Planning
📍 Melbourne