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 Principal, Strategic Data Capability leads the design and delivery of data solutions that help the Department make better, evidence based decisions. Working closely with stakeholders across Data and Digital and the wider business, you’ll shape data strategy, coordinate program planning and ensure data is managed securely, ethically and in line with best practice. Reporting to the Chief Data & Digital, you’ll bring strong technical expertise and sound judgement to projects that improve how the Department collects, processes and uses data, helping deliver better, more reliable outcomes for Victorians.

What We’re Looking For

- translates complex data problems into practical, usable solutions.
- builds strong relationships with stakeholders and brings them along on the data journey.
- has a sharp eye for data governance, quality and security, and takes pride in doing things the right way.
- looks ahead,



bringing recent technologies and better ways of working into everyday practice.
- communicates clearly, whether explaining technical detail to specialists or distilling it for a non-technical audience.

Qualifications And Experience

You’ll bring

- A tertiary qualification in information systems, computer science, business, commerce or a related field, or equivalent experience (mandatory).
- Proven experience collaborating with business stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications (mandatory).
- Solid experience in program planning and familiarity with agile methodologies and practices (mandatory).
- Experience designing data solutions across various platforms and technologies, and confidence working with SQL or Python (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.

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📌 Principal, Strategic Data Capability (Melbourne)
🏢 Department of Transport and Planning
📍 Melbourne