Graduate Timetable Developer

Department of Transport and Planning; Melbourne; Presencial; AUD 60.000 - 78.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Department of Transport and Planning in Victoria is seeking a Graduate Timetable Developer for a two-year fixed-term position. The role supports the development of integrated rail timetables and modelling, collaborating with timetable developers and transport planners to optimise passenger and freight movement.

You will contribute to cross‑modal planning across rail, bus, tram, road and active transport networks, applying your academic knowledge and building practical rail timetable skills

Formación

• Understands how their work ties to transport priorities and organisational goals.
• Applies policies and processes to resolve issues and seeks guidance when needed.
• Communicates clearly to different audiences and prepares concise written information.
• Builds positive stakeholder relationships and ownership of issues to resolution.
• Works collaboratively across teams and adapts to changing priorities.

Responsabilidades

• Assist in design and modelling of robust rail timetables for Victoria.
• Support development of integrated timetables for rail, bus, tram, road and active transport networks.
• Collaborate with timetable developers and transport planners to optimise passenger and freight movement.
• Contribute to planning discussions and data analysis to support major infrastructure projects.

Conocimientos

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Educación

Transport planning or STEM degree

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

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

This is a two year Fixed Term Position

The Graduate Timetable Developer is an entry-level role designed to build skills in rail timetable development and modelling while applying academic knowledge and an interest in transport. The role supports the development of integrated future rail timetables for Victoria.

Working with timetable developers and transport planners, the role helps design and model robust timetables that support efficient passenger and freight movement and maximise the benefits of major infrastructure projects. It also contributes to integrated planning across rail, bus, tram, road and active transport networks to support sustainable growth across Victoria.

What we're looking for

You're someone who:

• Supports strategic planning by understanding how their work contributes to broader organisational goals and transport priorities.
• Applies sound problem-solving skills, using policies and processes to resolve issues and seeking guidance when required.
• Communicates clearly and effectively, adapting communication to different audiences and preparing concise, accurate written information.
• Builds positive stakeholder relationships by responding to needs, keeping others informed and taking ownership of issues through to resolution.
• Works collaboratively and flexibly, sharing information, supporting colleagues and adapting to changing priorities and cross-organisational requirements.

Qualifications and experience

You’ll bring

• A relevant tertiary degree particularly in transport planning or Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (mandatory).
• Knowledge of Victoria's rail network.

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 Thursday, 22nd October 2026.

Important information

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For further information about the role, please contact James Gray, Director Timetable Management, at [e-mail].