Senior Advisor

Department of Transport and Planning; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Transport and Planning in Melbourne CBD and Inner Metro suburbs is seeking a Governance and Risk Management professional to lead risk assessment, governance initiatives, and ensure compliance across transport planning projects.

You will build authentic relationships, communicate clearly, and drive improvements while delivering outcomes for the community. The role requires collaboration across teams and adherence to VPS policies.

Qualifications

• Pre-employment screening and reference checks will be required.
• Builds authentic relationships by communicating clearly, listening to different perspectives and tailoring messages to diverse audiences.
• Works collaboratively to build supportive teams, share information and resolve issues across teams.
• Drives continuous improvement and innovation by seeking feedback, encouraging ideas and identifying better ways of working.
• Focuses on outcomes by considering the broader impact of work and delivering positive outcomes for the community.

Job description

Occupation: Governance and risk management

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: 12751

About Us

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.

Whatwe’relooking for

You’resomeone who:

• Builds authentic relationships by communicating clearly, listening to different perspectives and tailoring messages to diverse audiences.
• Works collaboratively to build supportive teams, share information and resolve issues across teams.
• Drives continuous improvement and innovation by seeking feedback, encouraging ideas and identifying better ways of working.
• Focuses on outcomes by considering the broader impact of work and delivering positive outcomes for the community.

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 Sunday, 8th November 2026.

For further information about the role, please contact Naomi Langdon, Executive Director Transport Planning, at [e-mail].

Redeployees

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Applications close Sunday 8 November 2026 at 11.59pm