Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $100,894 - $114,476
Grade: VPS 4
Occupation: Projects
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: 12462
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About the role
This is a Fixed Term Position until 12/04/2027
In its role as the lead agency for coordination of Victoria's maritime emergency (non-search and rescue) arrangements and the control agency for maritime-sourced oil pollution and maritime casualty emergencies, the Department of Transport and Planning (DTP) trains and maintains a cross-agency State Response Team (SRT) and manages a network of marine pollution response equipment across the state.
To support these functions, this position coordinates training and capability development for Victoria's SRT, liaises with DTP contractors to ensure response equipment is strategically located, accurately recorded and maintained to required standards, and delivers projects that strengthen operational preparedness and response capability.
An opportunity has arisen to backfill this position for 6 months. During this time, the successful applicant will manage, with support from the Associate Director Marine Pollution, key projects to develop a Microsoft-based State Response Team database and establish doctrine to support the rapid activation and deployment of the SRT.
What we’re looking for
You’re someone who:
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Qualifications and experience
You’ll bring:
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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, 5 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 Karlie Tucker, Associate Director, Marine Pollution via [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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