Roadside Officer

Department of Transport and Planning; City of Melbourne; Presencial; AUD 70.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Department of Transport and Planning in Melbourne is seeking a Roadside Officer to support routine roadside maintenance across eastern Victoria under VRMC contracts. You will assist with planning, scheduling, coordination and monitoring to ensure works are delivered safely and to required standards.

The role involves contractor performance monitoring, compliance and reporting, working with internal teams, contractors and local councils to resolve issues, and identifying improvements while

Formación

• Builds positive stakeholder relationships and responds professionally
• Uses sound judgement to interpret guidelines and resolve issues
• Plans and coordinates work to meet deadlines and monitor progress
• Collaborates with teams and adapts to changing priorities
• Understands public sector policies and value-for-money principles

Responsabilidades

• Support routine roadside maintenance planning, scheduling, coordination and monitoring
• Assist with contractor performance monitoring, compliance and reporting
• Work with internal teams, contractors and councils to resolve issues and identify improvements
• Analyse program outcomes and manage risks in line with safety and environmental requirements

Conocimientos

Stakeholder relationships

Problem solving

Planning & coordination

Team collaboration

Public sector awareness

Educación

Current Victorian driver's licence

Descripción del empleo

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.

Title: Roadside Officer

Requisition ID: 12284

Work Type: Ongoing Full Time

Fixed Term Period: N/A

Location: Melbourne - East

Date Posted: 6 Oct 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

The Roadside Officer supports routine roadside maintenance across eastern Victoria under VRMC contracts. The role assists with planning, scheduling, coordination and monitoring of maintenance activities to ensure works are delivered efficiently, safely and to required standards.

The role supports contractor performance monitoring, compliance and reporting, while working with internal teams, contractors and local councils to resolve issues. It also contributes to identifying improvements, analysing program outcomes and managing risks, with all activities undertaken in line with legislative, safety and environmental requirements and consideration of community impacts.

What we're looking for (Selection Criteria)

You're Someone Who

• Builds positive stakeholder relationships, responding professionally and respectfully to needs, resolving issues and connecting people with the right information or support.
• Uses sound judgement and problem-solving skills to interpret guidelines, assess information, resolve day-to-day issues and escalat complex matters when needed.
• Plans and coordinates work effectively, meeting deadlines, monitoring progress, following up actions and raising emerging issues early.
• Works collaboratively and adapts to change, contributing to a positive team environment, sharing information and responding constructively to changing priorities.
• Understands organisational and commercial priorities, working within public sector values, legislation, contracts and value-for-money principles.

Qualifications And Experience

You'll bring:

• A current Victorian driver's licence with no restrictions that would prevent you from performing the key requirements of the role, unless the Department can reasonably accommodate those restrictions (mandatory).

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.

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.

Important Information

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Applications close at 11.59pm on Sunday, 25th October 2026.

For further information about the role, please contact Rebecca Chase, Manager Roadside and Environment at [e-mail].