Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $124,552 - $134,013
Grade: Band 8
Occupation: Projects
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/WIC/1922588
Program Specialist
Workplace Injury Commission (WIC)
Melbourne
$124,552 per annum (plus super) + excellent mentoring and support
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The impact you'll have:
At the Workplace Injury Commission, we've helped thousands of injured workers and employers to resolve their disputes and move forward with their lives. We're a robust Victorian Government statutory authority that's making an impact.
As we continue a journey of growth and transformation, with several projects under way, our Elevate project team are looking for a Program Specialist to join. The Program Specialist will play a critical role in driving delivery confidence across the Elevate Program, including a major SaaS transformation to replace a legacy platform and associated operating model uplift. The primary purpose of the role is to own and drive program-level adherence and performance visibility, ensuring decisions are evidence-based, risks are actively managed, and delivery remains aligned to agreed scope, schedule, funding and organisational priorities.
You are a focused, driven, motivated & experienced Program Specialist who is passionate about contributing to the delivery of a major uplift to the organisation.
You will bring your unique perspectives and expertise to help us turn our proud legacy into a bright future.
Who we're looking for:
To succeed in this role, you will have:
For further information, please refer to our position description which you can access through our careers site.
Resolution matters. And so do you.
We're a stable, purpose-driven organisation that offers you meaningful work, a welcoming and vibrant team culture, and a range of benefits, including:
Here are some of the things we hope you'll love about working with us:
Visit our careers site to find out more and read the stories of our incredible people.
Want to help us shape a brighter future? Join us.
Take your career to the next level with the Workplace Injury Commission. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter via the link by Midnight, Friday 15th May 2026.
Please note: Applications will be reviewed throughout the application period, and interviews may commence before the application period expires.
WIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the diversity of its people. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. If you require assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application or interview process for this role, please contact us via email [email protected]
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Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position. You will be required to undergo a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process. Successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their COVID-19 vaccination status or medical exemption prior to commencing employment.