Manager Regional Services - Geelong Ballarat/Warnambool/ Horsham

Department of Transport and Planning; Barwon Downs; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Transport and Planning in Victoria is seeking a Manager Regional Services to lead regional delivery across Barwon South West and Grampians. You will oversee emergency management, health and safety, stakeholder engagement and the Aboriginal Self-Determination Plan, ensuring alignment with regional priorities.

You will provide strong people leadership, build Indigenous partnerships and promote a safe, inclusive workplace while supporting governance and performance across the division.

Qualifications

• Experience building culturally respectful partnerships with Indigenous organisations.
• Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional business support across Barwon South West and Grampians.
• Oversee emergency management, health and safety, stakeholder engagement.
• Implement Aboriginal Self-Determination Plan.
• Foster strong Indigenous partnerships and promote a safe, inclusive workplace.
• Provide people leadership and support team performance.

Skills

Innovation & improvement

Critical thinking

Change leadership

Diversity & inclusion

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Driver's License

Job description

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 Services leads business support across Barwon South West and Grampians, contributing to regional executive and governance teams. The role oversees emergency management, health and safety, stakeholder engagement and the implementation of the Department of Transport and Planning’sAboriginal Self-Determination Plan.

Key responsibilities include building strong Indigenous partnerships, ensuring timely permit assessments, delivering effective business support and promoting a safe, inclusive workplace. The role also provides strong people leadership, supports team performance and cohesion, and ensures services meet stakeholder needs and regional priorities.

What we’re looking for

You’re someone who:

• Drives innovation and continuous improvement, embedding quality practices and championing new approaches to deliver better outcomes.
• Applies critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address complex issues, prevent recurring problems and achieve practical results.
• Leads change with confidence, communicates with clarity and credibility, and supports teams through uncertainty and challenging situations.
• Builds resilience, promotes diversity and inclusion, and fosters a workplace culture that values openness, constructive debate and diverse perspectives.
• Champions collaboration across teams and external stakeholders, while sharing knowledge and embedding effective risk management and business continuity practices.

Qualifications and experience

You’llbring:

• Experience building culturally respectful partnerships with Indigenous organisations
• Driver's License

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.

For further information about the role, please contact Laura Jo Mellan, Director - Strategy & Planning, [e-mail].

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Applications close Thursday 12 November 2026 at 11.59pm