Team Leader Road Safety & Transport

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

Job summary

The Department of Transport and Planning in Melbourne is seeking a Team Leader Road Safety & Transport to lead a collaborative team providing expert transport and road safety advice. You will drive delivery of safe movement and place outcomes while promoting a learning culture and aligning with transport strategies.

Key responsibilities include resolving complex road safety issues using the Safe System approach, delivering responsive and customer-focused advice, and maintaining strong

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification or a relevant or related discipline is mandatory.
• Experience relevant to the accountabilities and capabilities of the role is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Resolve complex road safety issues using the Safe System approach.
• Deliver responsive and customer-focused advice.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Manage team resources and finances to achieve outcomes.

Education

Tertiary qualification or a related discipline

Job description

Title: Team Leader Road Safety & Transport

Requisition ID: 13019

Work Type: Ongoing Full Time

Fixed Term Period: Not Applicable

Location: Melbourne - East

Date Posted: 4 Nov 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 role involves leading and developing a collaborative team that provides expert transport and road safety advice. It focuses on improving movement and place outcomes, promoting a positive learning culture and identifying opportunities to support business objectives and transport strategies.

Key responsibilities include resolving complex road safety issues using the Safe System approach, delivering responsive and customer-focused advice, and building strong relationships with stakeholders. The role also requires negotiating and influencing decisions, applying independent judgement, and managing team resources and finances to achieve effective outcomes.

What We’re Looking For

You’re someone who:

• Effectively coordinates projects, guide team members and monitor progress to deliver agreed outcomes.
• Builds and manage relationships with diverse stakeholders, balancing competing needs to achieve shared objectives.
• Leads and motivate teams, set clear expectations, promote accountability and recognise strong performance.
• Develops team capability through coaching, constructive feedback and opportunities for learning and growth.
• Adapts to changing priorities, collaborate across teams and foster a resilient culture that encourages open discussion and constructive debate.

Qualifications And Experience

You’ll bring:

• Tertiary qualification or a relevant or a related discipline (mandatory)
• Experience relevant to the accountabilities and capabilities of the role (desirable).

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.

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