Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $310,386 - $447,266
Grade: VPS SES2
Occupation: Leadership and management
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: 12793
About the role
This is a fixed term executive contract until 30th June 2027.
Reporting to the Deputy Secretary Housing, Building and Land Delivery, and based in Melbourne CBD, the Executive Director Building Policy and Reform leads the Department’s Building Policy and Reform program governance and coordination, driving organisational change, stakeholder engagement, team culture and ways of working that support sustainable reform, collaboration and high performance.
The role helps shape and influence Victoria’s building and plumbing system, policies and projects, forging a strong working partnership with the Building and Plumbing Commission and strong stakeholder engagement across all levels of Government, industry and the community. Bringing strong industry insight and a practical understanding of the building, development and construction sectors, the role translates state government priorities into implementation plans covering change impact assessment, stakeholder and communications, capability uplift and business readiness, while leading stakeholder management, people development and business planning for the Building Division.
What we’re looking for
You’re someone who:
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Qualifications and experience
You’ll bring:
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.
How to apply
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Applications close at 11.59pm on Monday, 19th October 2026.
Please include both your resume and a cover letter addressing how your experience addresses each of the key selection criteria for the role. All applications must be submitted via the online portal, we’re unable to accept email or manual submissions.
For further information about the role, please contact Justin O’Meara, at [email protected].
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