Program Manager

Department of Transport and Planning; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Transport and Planning in Melbourne is seeking a Program Manager to lead the planning and delivery of large, complex organizational realignments and workforce change. The role reports to the Director, People Change and Engagement, and coordinates multiple workstreams to deliver timely, people-centred change while considering industrial relations and wellbeing.

You will oversee program governance, risks, reporting and operational readiness, providing strategic advice to executives

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience leading complex, enterprise-wide organisational change in government or public sector.
• Experience guiding workforce and stakeholder aspects of large integration or separation initiatives.
• Knowledge of human-centred design applied to workplace change.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and delivery of large, complex organisational realignments and workforce change.
• Coordinate multiple workstreams to enable timely, people-centred transition.
• Oversee governance, risks, reporting and operational readiness.
• Provide strategic advice to executives and manage key stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Delivers complex projects and programs

Builds strong stakeholder partnerships

Thinks critically and solves problems

Leads and navigates change

Future-focused and strategic thinking

Job description

Title: Program Manager Requisition ID: 12317 Work Type: Fixed Term Full Time Fixed Term Period: 6 months Location: Melbourne - CBD Date Posted: 17 Sept 2026

About Us

We create thriving places and connected communities. We plan, build and maintain Victoria’s transport, planning and land services. We are committed to a safe, inclusive and 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

• This is a Fixed Term Position until March 2027*

The Program Manager leads the planning and delivery of large, complex organisational realignments and workforce change at the department. Reporting to the Director, People Change and Engagement, the role coordinates multiple workstreams to deliver timely, people‑centred change while considering industrial relations, employee wellbeing and human‑centred design.

The role oversees program governance, risks, reporting and operational readiness, to achieve the desired outcomes of the change. It provides strategic advice to executives, manages key stakeholder relationships, sponsors major policies and reform initiatives, and drives continuous improvement. The role works across DTP including; Legal, Finance, Workplace Relations, Health, Safety and Wellbeing, and People and Culture teams.

What we’re looking for

You’re Someone Who

• Delivers complex projects and programs, establishing clear governance, measures, roles and responsibilities to manage risks and achieve outcomes.
• Builds strong stakeholder partnerships, understanding different perspectives and needs to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
• Thinks critically and solves problems, considering the broader business context and developing practical, lasting solutions.
• Takes a future-focused approach, aligning priorities to organisational goals and staying current with emerging practices, technology and developments.
• Leads and navigates change, providing clarity, purpose and support to employees while guiding organisations through periods of uncertainty and transition.

Qualifications And Experience

You’ll bring:

• Demonstrated experience leading complex, enterprise-wide organisational change (MoGs in a government or public sector environment.
• Experience leading people, workforce and stakeholder aspects of complex organisational integration, separation or transfer initiatives, supported by strong organisational and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge and ability to apply human-centred design principles to workplace change.

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions

Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will be required. 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, 1st October 2026.

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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For further information about the role, please contact Mike Townsend, Acting Director People Change & Engagement, at [e-mail].