Manager, Rail Performance and Commercial

Victorian Government; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Victorian Government is seeking a candidate to manage complex contracts and drive value across transport, planning and land services. You will apply critical thinking to resolve issues, manage financial and contractual risk, and influence stakeholders to achieve shared outcomes.

The role requires a tertiary degree and proven staff management experience in complex operational environments. Applications close with pre-employment checks and references.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates ability to resolve complex issues and deliver practical solutions.
• Strong commercial acumen, maximise value and assess investment/contract risks.
• Influences stakeholders to gain support for proposals and outcomes.
• Builds effective stakeholder relationships and communicates openly to improve satisfaction.
• Uses data analysis to identify insights and support strategic decisions.

Skills

Critical thinking

Commercial acumen

Influence/stakeholders

Stakeholder relationships

Data analysis

Education

Tertiary degree in engineering, business, law, commerce

Experience managing staff

Experience in high value/high risk contracts

Job description

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: 12842

About Us

We create thriving places andconnectedcommunities. We plan,buildandmaintainVictoria’s transport,planningand land services. We are committed to a safe,inclusiveand 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

What we’re looking for

You’resomeone who:

• Applies critical thinking to resolve complex issues, identify recurring problems and deliver practical, lasting solutions.
• Demonstrates strong commercial acumen, maximising value, assessing investment returns and managing financial and contractual risks.
• Influences and persuades stakeholders to gain support for proposals and achieve shared outcomes.
• Builds effective stakeholder relationships, addresses concerns and connects people to deliver value and improve satisfaction.
• Uses data analysis to identify insights, communicate findings clearly and support informed decisions that align with strategic priorities and community outcomes.

Qualifications and experience

You’ll bring:

• Tertiary degree in engineering, business, law, commerce, or extensive experience managing complex contracts or other high value / high risk contracts (mandatory).
• Experience managing staff (mandatory)
• Experience in complex operational environments (desirable).

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions

Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will berequired.

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, 5 November 2026.

Please include both your resume and a cover letteraddressing how your experience addresses each of the key selection criteria for the role. All applications must besubmittedvia the online portal,we’reunable to accept email or manual submissions.

For further information about the role, please contact Daniel Long, Associate Director Contract, Commercial and Performance - Metro Train Franchise, [e-mail].

Redeployees

If you are a VPS redeployee, please state this 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

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Applications close Thursday 5 November 2026 at 11.59pm