Manager, Regional & School Bus Network Design

Department of Transport & Planning Victoria; Melbourne; Sur place; AUD 120 000 - 160 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Department of Transport & Planning Victoria in Melbourne is seeking a Manager, Regional & School Bus Network Design to lead the planning and improvement of bus services across a defined region. You will develop new routes, improve timetables and ensure connections with trains and other transport options.

You will work with transport planners, government teams and local councils, lead a small team, analyse data to support evidence-based recommendations and present briefings to senior

Qualifications

• Strategic bus network planning to improve and expand services.
• Data analysis to identify gaps and support evidence-based recommendations.
• Collaborate with rail, bus operators, government teams and councils.
• Leadership to develop a high-performing team and drive delivery of improvements.
• Clear reporting, briefings and presentations to influence decisions.

Responsabilités

• Lead the planning and improvement of bus services across a defined area of Victoria.
• Develop new routes and timetables to connect with trains and other transport options.
• Identify opportunities to expand the bus network and prioritise future improvements.
• Engage with stakeholders to integrate services with land use and other transport modes.
• Manage and mentor a small team to deliver network improvements.

Connaissances

Strategic planning

Data analysis

Collaboration

Leadership

Communication

Formation

Tertiary qualification in transport planning or related field

Description du poste

Manager, Regional & School Bus Network Design

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.

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 Manager, Regional & School Bus Network Design leads the planning and improvement of bus services across a defined area of Victoria. The role uses data and research to develop new routes, improve timetables and identify opportunities to expand the bus network. It works closely with transport planners, government teams and other transport partners to ensure bus services connect effectively with trains and other transport options. The role also identifies and prioritises future improvements, addresses challenges to delivering change and leads a small team to achieve better, more connected and accessible public transport for Victorians.

Whatwe’relooking for

You’re someone who:

Strategic bus network planning: Lead plans to improve and expand bus services, ensuring they meet community needs and align with government priorities.

Data analysis and decision-making: Analyse network performance, identify service gaps and develop evidence-based recommendations, business cases and investment proposals to secure funding and approvals.

Collaboration and stakeholder engagement: Work effectively with rail and other transport planners, bus operators, government teams and local councils to improve transport connections and integrate services with land use.

Leadership and delivery: Lead and develop a high-performing team, promote accountability and innovation, and overcome barriers to delivering network improvements.

Communication and influence: Prepare clear, high-quality reports, briefings and presentations, and confidently engage with senior executives, government representatives and stakeholders to influence decisions and achieve outcomes.

Qualifications and Experience

A tertiary Qualifications and/ or Experience in transport planning or related field

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 Sunday, 8th November 2026.

For further information about the role, please contact Naomi S Langdon, Director Road Tram and Active Transport Planning via *************@transport.vic.gov.au

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