Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $232,790 - $298,488
Grade: VPS SES1
Occupation: Leadership and management
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/101523
Director Strategy, Reform and Fair Jobs Code
The Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions (DJSIR) is seeking to appoint a Director Strategy, Reform and Fair Jobs Code to join its team.
The Director Strategy, Reform and Fair Jobs Code is responsible for leading relevant strategies and policy responses and providing advice on interventions and opportunities that contribute to driving industry development and economic growth across Victoria, with a focus on energy and climate change.
Reporting to the Executive Director - Industry Development, Construction, Manufacturing and Talent, the Director Strategy, Reform and Fair Jobs Code is also responsible for developing and delivering regulation reform projects that simplify government processes to further support businesses.
The successful candidate will lead the operation of the Fair Jobs Code (FJC) Unit including overseeing assessments of FJC applications, developing policy and guidelines, engaging with stakeholders and ensuring that industry and agencies are aware of their obligations.
The position is within the Industry Development, Construction, Manufacturing and Talent Branch which is responsible for shaping and ensuring the delivery of the Victorian Government's industry development agenda. The branch develops policies and delivers programs that drive sustainable economic growth and workforce inclusion, leading to higher living standards for all Victorians. The branch does this by:
The successful candidate will:
Further Information
Enquiries about this position should be directed to Nanette Fitzgerald, Executive Director on [email protected] or 0428 584 525.
The department is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to taking the necessary steps to protect children from harm by adopting a preventative, proactive and participatory approach to child safety in accordance with the Child Safe Standards.
Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records check and Misconduct screening verified by their previous employer prior to commencing employment with the Department. For further information on the position, please refer to the attached position description.
We respect and welcome people of all backgrounds, genders, sexualities, abilities, and cultures.
How to Apply
Please click the ‘Apply Now' button at the bottom of this advertisement. As part of the application process, you will need to include a resume and covering letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description.
Applicants should view the full Position Description attached to this advertisement prior to applying.
Applications close at 11.59pm on Thursday, 16th October 2025