Manager Strategic Programs

Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure; Perth; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure seeks an experienced strategic policy leader to head Manager Strategic Programs. You will drive policies on driver and vehicle services, licensing, industry regulation and cross-government initiatives, delivering practical policy options and implementation pathways.

You will lead a multidisciplinary team, liaising with legal, privacy and technical areas to turn complex issues into sound recommendations and to represent WA in interjurisdictional

Qualifications

• Significant experience developing strategic policy, program management and reform in complex public sector environments.
• Knowledge of Cabinet and Ministerial processes and legislative reform support.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional reform, manage competing priorities and deliver quality outcomes.
• Experience representing an agency in cross-government and interjurisdictional forums.
• Strong written and verbal communications for Cabinet materials and briefing notes.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of programs to address policy challenges, governance and reform initiatives.
• Provide authoritative policy advice and implement cross-government strategies.
• Direct a multidisciplinary team to drive innovation, accountability and improvement.
• Represent DTMI in cross-government forums and coordinate with legal, privacy and technical areas.

Skills

Strategic policy

Program management

Legislative reform

Governance frameworks

Cross-government collaboration

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Policy briefing

Team leadership

Public sector reform

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and highly capable strategic policy leader to join Driver and Vehicle Services (DVS) as Manager Strategic Programs.

In this influential role, you will lead the development of programs to manage emerging policy challenges, legislative reform, governance frameworks and cross-government and interjurisdictional initiatives relating to driver licensing, vehicle licensing, industry regulation and other DVS priorities. You will provide authoritative advice on complex policy and reform matters and lead a multidisciplinary team to drive innovation, accountability and organisational improvement.

You will work across legal, operational, privacy and technical areas to turn complex or emerging issues into practical policy options, recommendations and implementation pathways. You will also represent DTMI and Western Australia in cross-government, inter-agency and interjurisdictional forums.

For further information about the role, we encourage you to review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) and contact Chris Davers, Director Strategic Programs on 65516732 and/or [e-mail]

There is currently one permanent position available for filling.

Applicants assessed as suitable through this process may receive further offers of employment (fixed term or permanent) in this or similar roles for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of first appointment.

About you

We are looking for an accomplished strategic policy professional who can lead complex and sensitive reform work, provide clear advice and build productive relationships across government.

The panel will be assessing applicants against the following suitability requirements:

• Significant experience developing strategic policy, program management, legislative reform, governance frameworks and organisational improvement initiatives within complex public sector or regulatory environments.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Western Australian Government legislative, Cabinet and Ministerial processes, including experience developing or supporting legislative reform and Cabinet-related materials.
• Proven ability to lead complex, sensitive and cross-functional reform work, manage competing priorities and deliver quality outcomes within challenging timeframes.
• Proven ability to lead and manage teams, build capability and foster a high-performing, collaborative and accountable culture.
• Demonstrated ability to represent an agency in cross-government, inter-agency or interjurisdictional forums and build productive stakeholder relationships.
• Highly developed conceptual, research, analytical and risk assessment skills, with the ability to turn complex issues into sound recommendations.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the preparation of Cabinet-related materials, briefing notes, legislative instructions, policy papers and correspondence.

Why Join Us?

At DTMI, you will help shape policy and reform outcomes that support DVS in delivering services to the Western Australian community.

• Meaningful work that contributes to safe drivers, safe vehicles, secure identities and quality service.
• The opportunity to influence strategic policy, legislative reform and cross-government priorities.
• A leadership role supporting team capability, collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement.
• Flexible working arrangements that support work-life balance.
• Ongoing learning, development and career opportunities across DTMI and the wider Transport Portfolio.
• A competitive salary, employer superannuation contributions and salary packaging options.
• Generous leave entitlements and access to health, wellbeing and employee support programs.

Applications for this opportunity close at 3.00 pm on Tuesday, 17 November 2026. Please ensure your application is submitted on time, as late applications will not be accepted.

DTMI may conduct further search activities or extend the closing date, if required, to supplement the field of applicants.

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace

The Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure (DTMI) is committed to building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community. We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process, have questions about the process or need assistance submitting your application, please contact our Recruitment Team at [e-mail] or (08) 888.