Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $100,894 - $114,476
Grade: VPS 4
Occupation: Governance and risk management
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: 12631
‘Safe journeys, every time’. This is what we strive for at Safe Transport Victoria (ST Vic).
As the safety regulator for commercial passenger vehicles, buses and maritime, what we do impacts the everyday lives of Victorians. Our role is to work with these industries and the communities they serve to ensure a transport system that inspires confidence for users.
We are focused on creating impact by being an intelligence-led regulator, agile in response to technological disruptions in the market, and highly responsive to community expectations and needs. We are also in the business of thinking big. We are reimagining what’s possible in how we regulate, and we welcome those who are interested in reshaping and redefining how we work.
ST Vic is committed to building a culture of ‘working as one’. This means our people share openly, question respectfully and build together. We also invest in our people and provide personal and professional development opportunities to create a workforce that is empowered, innovative and adaptable.
About the RoleReporting to a Senior Investigator, the Investigator is responsible for conducting end-to-end fraud, regulatory and safety investigations across Victoria’s commercial passenger vehicle, bus and maritime industries.
Working as part of a contemporary, intelligence-led investigation team, you will help protect public safety and maintain confidence in Victoria’s transport industries through high-quality investigations and enforcement outcomes.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
This role will suit an investigator who enjoys solving complex problems, making sound decisions and delivering high-quality investigative outcomes.
You will have experience conducting investigations within a regulatory, compliance, fraud or law enforcement environment and be confident assessing intelligence, gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses and preparing investigation outcomes.
The role offers the opportunity to join a close-knit investigations team that is passionate about its work. We invest in our people through regular investigative development sessions, case reviews, legislative updates and knowledge-sharing opportunities to support continuous professional growth and the application of contemporary investigative practices.
For further information regarding this position, please refer to the Position Description: Click Here
About YouYou will be curious, professional and motivated by complex investigative work.
You will be an effective communicator with strong analytical skills and sound judgement, capable of building positive relationships while maintaining integrity and professionalism in challenging situations.
You will be comfortable working independently while also contributing positively within a collaborative team environment. You will be willing to contribute to a positive team culture and committed to continually developing your investigative knowledge and skills.
Whether you are an experienced investigator looking for your next challenge or someone with solid investigative foundations who is eager to further develop your skills, we would like to hear from you.
QualificationsA Certificate IV in Government Investigations, equivalent qualification or relevant investigative experience is required.
Applicants must also:
To arrange a confidential discussion about the position, please contact [email protected].
It is an inherent requirement of this position that the employee is ready, willing and able to perform work outside their ordinary place of residence, including at ST Vic workplaces.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including reference checks and a National Police Check.
Applicants must be Australian citizens to be eligible for this position.
The role requires flexibility to undertake work outside standard business hours, including occasional regional and overnight travel to support operational investigations. The position involves field-based investigative activities and may involve exposure to sensitive or confronting material.
What we offer you?ST Vic is committed to flexible work arrangements, professional development and supporting ways of working that help employees balance work and life.
We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds, including veterans, people who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with disability, people from varied cultural backgrounds and those who identify as LGBTIQ+.
A Workplace committed to safety and wellbeingST Vic is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all its people, including contractors and visitors. We have a strong focus on employee safety, wellbeing and positive mental health.
Diversity and InclusionST Vic’s diversity program enables us to attract, recruit, retain and develop a diverse workforce to foster greater innovation, stronger community connection and increased wellbeing and satisfaction.
Learning and DevelopmentWe want you to grow, develop and learn with us. ST Vic provides access to a range of internal and external learning and development opportunities to support your performance in your role and further your career aspirations.
How to ApplyPlease click the ‘Apply Now’ button.
As part of the application process, you will need to provide:
Applications close at midnight Friday 9 October 2026.
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 contact the person listed in this advertisement.