Manager, Technical Assurance

Department of Transport & Planning Victoria; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Transport & Planning Victoria in Melbourne is seeking a Manager, Technical Assurance to lead technical management and oversight for tram infrastructure projects. You will coordinate across internal teams, franchisees and external stakeholders to ensure safe, reliable and high-quality public transport outcomes.

You will oversee risk management, provide strategic advice on complex problems and lead a high-performing, inclusive team in a dynamic government environment.

Qualifications

• A relevant tertiary qualification (mandatory).
• Demonstrated experience in the oversight, delivery and management of assets or projects in a public transport environment (mandatory).

Responsibilities

• Lead technical management, assurance and coordination for tram infrastructure projects across the Department.
• Oversee technical and operational risks and provide strategic advice to support safe, reliable and high-quality public transport outcomes.
• Build relationships with internal teams, franchisees and external stakeholders; negotiate and influence at executive level; lead a high-performing team.

Skills

Collaborative relationships

Strategic thinking

Influence & negotiation

People leadership

Technical assurance interface mgmt

Education

Tertiary qualification

Job description

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, Technical Assurance leads technical management, assurance and coordination for tram infrastructure projects across the Department, working with internal teams, franchisees and external stakeholders. The role provides authoritative technical leadership and represents the State's technical interests to support safe, reliable and high-quality public transport outcomes.

The role oversees technical and operational risks, provides strategic advice on complex problems and supports the delivery of tram infrastructure and renewals across track, overhead, civil, structures and traction power. It builds strong stakeholder relationships, negotiates and influences at executive level, and leads a high-performing, engaged and inclusive team in a dynamic environment.

Whatwe'relooking for

You'resomeone who:

• Builds collaborative relationships, creating strong partnerships across the organisation and with external stakeholders while overcoming communication barriers.
• Thinks strategically and solves complex problems, working across government and at senior levels to develop sustainable solutions.
• Influences and negotiates effectively, developing long-term strategies to build stakeholder support and achieve desired outcomes.
• Leads and manages people, fostering engagement, accountability and performance while supporting an inclusive, values-driven team culture.
• Provides strong technical assurance and interface management, ensuring technical requirements are met throughout the project lifecycle and effectively resolving complex integration issues.

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Qualifications and experience

You'llbring:

• A relevant tertiary qualification (mandatory).
• Demonstrated experience in the oversight, delivery and management of assets or projects in a public transport environment (mandatory).

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 Wednesday, 28 October 2026.

For further information about the role, please contact Kyle Huxley, Acting Associate Director, Tram Program, at***********@transport.vic.gov.au.

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