Senior Project Officer

Department of Justice and Community Safety; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 116,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Job summary

Department of Justice and Community Safety in Melbourne is seeking a Senior Project Officer to lead major commercial licensing projects. You will shape licensing processes and ensure fair decisions that benefit the community, working under Victorian Government rules.

The role emphasizes delivering complex projects, managing budgets and risks, and preparing high‑level briefings for ministers. An experienced leader with knowledge of licensing and procurement will thrive here.

Qualifications

• A relevant project management qualification such as PRINCE2.
• Experience in leading large projects is essential.
• Strong communication and leadership skills are required.

Responsibilities

• lead complex projects from early planning through to delivery
• manage project plans, risks and budgets to keep work on track
• help prepare briefings, reports and advice for senior leaders and ministers
• guide major licence changes and manage post-licence steps
• lead procurement and project reviews under Victorian Government rules.

Skills

strong project skills

lead large projects

clear communication

leadership

Education

PRINCE2 qualification

Job description

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: VG/DO3373NOV2026

At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we’re looking for people who want to make a difference. People who take pride in their work. People who get things done. People who are committed to making Victoria a safer place.

We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We’re all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our department, we’d love to hear from you.

The department is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognises that children’s rights need to be respected, their views welcomed and valued, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.

For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers

We’re proud of the important work we do across Victoria. Want to be part of it?

• Lead major projects that shape Victoria's gambling and liquor licensing system.
• Work on complex projects with a real impact on the community.
• Guide major licence changes, from early planning through to delivery.
• Enjoy an ongoing role where you can lead, grow and make a difference.
• Ongoing, full-time role earning $116,413 - $140,849 per year, plus super.

About us

The Gambling, Liquor & Tobacco business unit supports the regulation of gambling, liquor and tobacco in Victoria, to minimise the harms these products can cause and contribute positively to the Victorian economy. It is responsible for:

• delivering and further developing the Victorian Government's strategic response to liquor, gambling and tobacco issues
• developing and implementing the government's policy on major gambling licensing processes
• delivering gambling reforms and supporting harm minimisation across clubs, hotels and the casino in Victoria
• delivering a research and evaluation program to inform responses to gambling harm in Victoria.

It advises the Minister for Casino, Gaming and Liquor Regulation and is the primary government point of reference for industry, community and government on liquor, tobacco and gambling issues.

What you will do

As a Senior Project Officer, you will lead major projects in commercial licensing.

You will help shape how Victoria manages major gambling licences. Your work will support fair decisions and better outcomes for the community.

You will:

• lead complex projects from early planning through to delivery
• manage project plans, risks and budgets to keep work on track
• help prepare briefings, reports and advice for senior leaders and ministers
• guide major licence changes and manage the steps after a licence is awarded
• lead procurement and project reviews under Victorian Government rules.

About you

A relevant project management qualification, such as PRINCE2, is desirable. You will bring experience in leading large projects. Experience with licensing, regulation or high-value procurements will be highly valued.

You should also have:

• strong project skills, including the ability to plan, lead and deliver complex work
• commercial knowledge to assess costs, value and risks in major projects
• clear communication skills to explain complex issues and gain support for your ideas
• leadership skills to guide change, solve problems and build strong working relationships.

To learn even more about this role, please read the position description. If you have any further questions, feel free to email Susan Graham at [e-mail].

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with t he contact person listed on this ad.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Child safe statement of commitment

The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.

Applications close Sunday 22 November 2026 at 11.59pm