Bus Asset Performance Officer

Department of Transport and Planning; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Transport and Planning in Victoria is seeking a Bus Asset Performance Officer to assist the Asset Management Lead in monitoring bus operators' asset management, maintenance and lifecycle programs. The role ensures performance and contractual compliance while improving data and reporting.

You will work with internal and external stakeholders to identify risks, provide technical expertise on asset management and contribute to the transition to zero-emission buses across Victoria.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification in engineering, asset management or related technical field.
• Extensive experience in bus industry maintenance and operations with knowledge of risk and safety management practices.
• Experience developing data visualisation tools such as Power BI or Tableau, and using programming languages such as Python, SQL.

Responsibilities

• Analyse asset trends and monitor contractual performance.
• Prepare briefings and correspondence for internal and external stakeholders.
• Support transition to zero-emission buses (ZEBs) and asset data improvement.
• Provide technical expertise on asset management and risk management.

Skills

Critical thinker

Data analysis

Effective communication

Stakeholder engagement

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or asset management

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Python

SQL

Job description

About Us

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

Bus Services is a branch in the Greater Metro Division and is responsible for ensuring the provision of safe, reliable and accessible bus services and infrastructure through effective management of commercial and contractual arrangements with opreators, suppliers and industry partners

About The Role

The Bus Asset Performance Officer, supports the Asset Management Lead in monitoring bus operators’ asset management, maintenance, refurbishment and lifecycle programs. It ensures asset performance, contractual compliance and industry best practice, while improving asset data, reporting and performance analysis. The role also supports the transition to zero-emission buses (ZEBs) across Victoria.

Key responsibilities include analysing asset trends, managing contractual performance, preparing briefings and correspondence, and working with internal and external stakeholders to identify and manage risks. The role provides technical expertise on asset management, maintenance and ZEB implementation, while supporting continuous improvement, strategic advice and the integration of new technologies.

What We’re Looking For

You’re someone who:

• A strong critical thinker who can analyse complex issues, use data effectively and make informed, practical decisions.
• An effective communicator who presents clear, concise information and builds stakeholder understanding, engagement and support.
• Commercially aware and delivery-focused, with the ability to coordinate work, manage external providers and achieve agreed outcomes.
• Collaborative and influential, building strong relationships across teams and gaining support for ideas and initiatives.
• Highly adaptable and organised, responding quickly to changing priorities while supporting knowledge sharing and business continuity.

Qualifications And Experience

You’ll bring:

• A relevant tertiary qualification in engineering, asset management or a related technical field (mandatory).
• Extensive experience in bus industry maintenance and operations, with knowledge of risk and safety management practices (mandatory).
• Experience developing data visualisation tools such as Power BI or Tableau, and using programming languages such as Python, SQL

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 3 November 2026.

For further information about the role, please contact Vincent Heil, Asset Management Lead - Bus Contracts, at [e-mail].

Redeployees

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