Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $142,790 - $191,084
Grade: VPS 6
Occupation: Projects
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: 12388
About Us
We create thriving places and connected communities. We plan, build and maintain Victoria’s transport, planning and land services. We are committed to a safe, inclusive and high-performing workplace.
Transport Services delivers safe, reliable and accessible transport infrastructure and services to keep Victoria moving, connecting people to what matters most in their lives
We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace where our people can thrive and do meaningful work.
About the role
THIS ROLE IS FIXED TERM TO 31 DEC 2027
An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Project Manager – Fleet and Tunnel to contribute to the ongoing success of Melbourne’s Metro Tunnel, one of the most significant transformations of Victoria’s metropolitan rail network.
Reporting to the Associate Director Fleet & Tunnel, you will manage residual programs of work following the operationalisation of the Metro Tunnel. You will lead requirements setting, technical assurance, project planning, budget forecasting and management, risk and issue management, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
What we’re looking for
You will bring strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills, commercial and project controls knowledge, and the ability to think laterally, solve complex problems and communicate effectively while managing emerging priorities, risks and issues.
Project Delivery (Accomplished) – able to translate strategies into programs or projects that enables achievement of outcomes require;
Interface Management (Accomplished) – Holds advanced knowledge in interface management and contributes to the advancement of interface management capabilities
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving (Applied) – Resolves issues through deep understanding or interpretation of existing guidelines.
Political and Organisational Context (Applied) – Understands issues and pressures to which the organisation has to respond;
Technical Assurance - Holds advanced knowledge in technical assurance and contributes to the advancement of technical assurance capabilities within the organisation.
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Qualifications and experience
Mandatory
Desirable
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 5.00pm on Thursday, 29 Oct 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 Mario Del Mastro - Associate Director Fleet and Tunnel at at [email protected]
Redeployees
If you are a VPS redeployee, please state this in your cover letter and include your case manager’s contact details. This helps ensure your redeployment status is appropriately considered. For more information on redeployment, visit the Victorian Government policy
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