Bus Data Coordinator

Department of Transport and Planning; City of Melbourne; In loco; AUD 70.000 - 110.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

The Department of Transport and Planning is seeking a Bus Data Coordinator to manage and maintain Victoria’s bus stop, route, timetable and geospatial data. You will ensure data accuracy and consistency across websites, journey planners, apps and signage, supporting reliable travel information for customers and operators.

Based in Melbourne’s CBD on a fixed-term, full-time arrangement, you’ll collaborate with internal teams and external agencies, handle data imports/exports, and respond to

Competenze

• Builds positive stakeholder and customer relationships with timely responses and high-quality outcomes.
• Communicates clearly and professionally, adapting messaging to the audience.
• Works collaboratively across teams with diplomatic interpersonal skills.
• Thinks critically, follows processes, identifies solutions and seeks guidance when needed.
• Adapts to changing priorities while applying foundational geospatial data knowledge.

Mansioni

• Manage and maintain accurate spatial and timetable data for Victoria’s public transport network.
• Ensure data accuracy and consistency across websites, journey planners, apps and signage.
• Handle data imports/exports and coordinate with internal teams and external agencies.

Conoscenze

Stakeholder relationships

Clear communication

Collaborative work

Critical thinking

Adaptability

Formazione

Data Management / Spatial Sciences or GIS

3+ years professional experience

Strumenti

ArcGIS

Descrizione del lavoro

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.

Title: Bus Data Coordinator

Requisition ID: 12414

Work Type: Fixed Term Full Time

Fixed Term Period: 30/6/2027

Location: Melbourne - CBD

Date Posted: 4 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.

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 role manages and maintains accurate spatial and timetable data representing Victoria’s public transport network. This includes bus stops, routes, paths of travel, geospatial information and timetables used by DTP, customers and the transport industry.

The role ensures data is accurate, consistent and fit for customer information across websites, journey planners, apps, signage and stop timetables. It also manages data imports and exports, anticipates network changes and ensures data requirements are met before changes take effect, working closely with DTP teams, transport operators and external agencies.

What we're looking for (Selection Criteria)

You’re Someone Who

• Builds positive stakeholder and customer relationships, responding promptly to needs and delivering high-quality outcomes.


• Communicates clearly and professionally, presenting information logically and adapting communication to the audience.


• Works collaboratively and respectfully, using strong interpersonal skills and a constructive, diplomatic approach.


• Thinks critically and solves problems, following established processes, identifying solutions and seeking guidance when required.


• Adapts to changing priorities and works across teams, with a foundational understanding of geospatial data, mapping and spatial tools.

Qualifications And Experience

• List Qualification in, Data Management and/or Spatial Sciences or GIS.


• 3+ years of professional experience


• Experience and expertise in the use of GIS mapping products similar to or including ArcGIS.

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 Monday, 19 October 2026

For further information about the role, please contact Carly Illingworth, Senior Bus Data Coordinator at [e-mail].

Redeployees

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