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.

About the role

The Manager, Governance leads the team responsible for supporting DTP’s senior executive committees and ensuring decisions are made efficiently and followed through. They provide clear, practical advice to senior leaders on governance, risks and issues, while building strong relationships across DTP and its agencies.

The role oversees effective governance systems, processes and services, using technology and new approaches where appropriate. They also lead and support a high-performing team in a busy environment. Success means solid governance, timely and well-informed decisions, effective follow-through, and better outcomes for DTP and the transport and planning system.

What we’re looking for

You’re someone who:

- Enjoys building strong relationships and working with a wide range of people to build trust, manage expectations and achieve shared outcomes.
- Can communicate and influence effectively, adapting your approach to different audiences and confidently providing advice and recommendations.
- Can lead people and deliver outcomes, setting clear expectations, supporting your team and coordinating work to meet priorities and deadlines.
- Can solve problems and improve how things are done, using sound judgement, new ideas and a focus on practical, lasting solutions.
- Can adapt and collaborate, responding positively to changing priorities and bringing people together to achieve better outcomes for the department and community.





Qualifications and experience

You’ll bring:

- A sound understanding of DTP’s responsibilities and portfolio agency structures is desirable, or a similar knowledge of Victorian Government department’s responsibilities towards its portfolio agencies.
- A relevant tertiary degree would be well regarded.
- Hands on experience in the application and operation of Victorian Government governance, strategic planning and risk frameworks is 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.

Redeployees

If you are a VPS redeployee, pleasestatethis 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 here:
https://www.vic.gov.au/public-sector-industrial-relations-policies-2025/redundancy-redeployment-and-retrenchment

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Applications close at 11.59pm on Thursday, 22nd October 2026.

For further information about the role, please contact Nayomi Senanayake, A/Director, Corporate Strategy and Governance via ***************@transport.vic.gov.au.

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