Title: Project Manager Fleet and Tunnel

Requisition ID: 12388

Work Type: Fixed Term Full Time

Fixed Term Period: 12 Months

Location: Melbourne - CBD

Date Posted: 14 Oct 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.

Transport Services delivers secure, reliable and accessible transport infrastructure and services to keep Victoria moving, connecting people to what matters most in their lives

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 ROLE IS FIXED TERM TO 31 DEC 2027

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Project Manager –

- Fleet and Tunnel to contribute to the ongoing success of Melbourne’s Metro Tunnel, one of the most significant transformations of Victoria’s metropolitan rail network.

Reporting to the Associate Director Fleet &
- Tunnel, you will manage residual programs of work following the operationalisation of the Metro Tunnel. You will lead requirements setting, technical assurance, project planning, budget forecasting and management, risk and issue management, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders.

What we’re looking for

You will bring strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills, commercial and project controls knowledge, and the ability to think laterally,



solve complex problems and communicate effectively while managing emerging priorities, risks and issues.

Project Delivery (Accomplished) – able to translate strategies into programs or projects that enables achievement of outcomes require;

Interface Management (Accomplished) –

- Holds advanced knowledge in interface management and contributes to the advancement of interface management capabilities

Critical Thinking and Problem Solving (Applied) – Resolves issues through deep understanding or interpretation of existing guidelines.

Political and Organisational Context (Applied) – Understands issues and pressures to which the organisation has to respond;

Technical Assurance - Holds advanced knowledge in technical assurance and contributes to the advancement of technical assurance capabilities within the organisation.

Click HERE to access the Position Description.

Qualifications And Experience

Mandatory

- Track record of successfully delivering complex projects across the project lifecycle
- Proven experience of delivering technical assurance outcomes
- Tertiary Qualification in Engineering, Project Management or other relevant disciplines

Desirable

- Rail, infrastructure or public transport experience





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

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Applications close at 5.00pm on Thursday, 29 Oct 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 Mario Del Mastro - Associate Director Fleet and Tunnel at at [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

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📌 Project Manager Fleet and Tunnel (Melbourne)
🏢 Department of Transport and Planning
📍 Melbourne