Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $113,022 - $136,747
Grade: VPS 5
Occupation: Other
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: 9610
About Us
The Department of Transport and Planning oversees key planning, transport and land use policy decisions and management across the State. A life-cycle approach to planning, building, connecting and sustaining communities means our people can come together to; improve services, deliver sustainable projects, focus on customer engagement, streamline regulatory approval pathways, facilitate community consultation and better realise local economic opportunities for more liveable communities across Victoria.
Network Design and Integration delivers transport priorities through the planning, development and maintenance of an integrated pipeline of projects and strategic initiatives that provide safe, efficient and sustainable outcomes to all Victorians.
We’re focused on outcomes that deliver more choice, connections and confidence in our travel, ensuring the whole transport network works as one to deliver better services and outcomes.
About the Role
The Lead Asset Investment and Performance Modelling position sits in the Asset Investment Analytics and Insights, within the Asset Intelligence Branch of the Assets and Engineering Division. The role will contribute to the development and implementation of new predictive models and analytics across road and rail asset classes. The role will support the Asset Investment Analytics and Insights team by producing innovative insightful analytical solutions, input on matters related to the various models developed and maintained by the team, covering problem statements, condition and performance metrics, failure patterns and triggers, treatments and corrective actions. The role will solve complex asset modelling issues and provide accurate and pertinent information for asset management decisions making.
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Position Outcomes / Accountabilities
Asset Analytics and Modelling - Predictive Model Development and Operation
Data Integration and Visualisation - Asset Insights
Asset Management - Lifecycle Planning and Cost Analysis
Assurance and Reporting - Operator Output Assurance and Review
Data Requirements
Key Selection Criteria
The DTP is seeking an accomplished professional with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills who can deliver tangible business outcomes by considering the wider context and implementing effective, sustainable solutions. The role translates strategy into well-governed programs and projects, applies systems and outcomes thinking to drive positive community impact, and fosters a strong culture of collaboration across teams. You will also apply data analytics, statistical and machine learning techniques to develop low-complexity models that support informed decision-making.
Qualifications and Experience
Mandatory
Desirable
Culture Value
We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds representing the community that we serve, including veterans, parents, carers, First Peoples, people with disability, multicultural, multifaith and LGBTIQA+ individuals.
As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture. Through shared actions and behaviours aligned with our strategy and direction, we empower our people to thrive and meaningfully contribute to the department’s goals.
What we offer
Pre-employment checks and employment conditions
All new appointments to the department will be subject to a National Criminal Records Check, Misconduct Screening, and a Qualification Check where there is a requirement for a mandatory qualification. Information provided to the Department of Transport and Planning will be treated in the strictest confidence consistent with the requirements of the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014.
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.
Non-VPS applicants will be subject to a probation period of six months.
How to Apply
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Applications close at 11:59 pm on Tuesday 17th of February 2026.
Please include both your resume and a cover letter. 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 Prageeth Gunarathna, Manager Investment Analytics & Insights Assurance via 0433663403 or [email protected]
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