Roadside Delivery Lead

Department of Transport & Planning Victoria – Ballarat VIC We create thriving places and connected communities by bringing together transport, planning, land use, precinct and policy functions in one department to deliver the best outcomes for Victorians. Together with our portfolio agencies, we are responsible for planning, building, operating and maintaining Victoria’s transport, planning and land services for use by all. We foster a safe, inclusive and constructive workplace. The Investment and Technology leads and manages the investment lifecycle, drives commercial advice & negotiations to facilitate reform and enables core delivery through Finance, Procurement & Enterprise Technology. About the Role This is an Ongoing full-time position in Ballarat. The Roadside Delivery Lead plays a pivotal role in the successful execution of the VRMC Grampians contract, acting as a key driver of operational performance, stakeholder engagement and strategic oversight in relation to the roadside and environment. Additionally, this position is central to ensuring the effective delivery of routine roadside maintenance services across the Grampians region, with direct accountability for managing the annual programme and lastly, the Roadside Delivery Lead will manage a diverse portfolio of works, addressing emerging issues, driving continuous improvement, and delivering value-for-money outcomes for all stakeholders. To access the Position Description, please click here Key Selection Criteria To be successful in the Roadside Delivery Lead role, you will build strong stakeholder relationships by adding value, linking relevant parties and constructively addressing issues, while managing difficult conversations through negotiation, problem‑solving and coaching others. You will apply critical thinking to resolve problems, interpret guidelines and make informed decisions, ensuring actions align with organisational values, ethics, legal obligations and the priorities of key stakeholders and lastly, you will support effective project delivery by coordinating tasks, monitoring progress and applying commercial awareness to manage costs, engage vendors efficiently and achieve agreed outcomes. Personal Attributes Working Collaboratively (Foundational–Applied): Engages other teams to share information in order to understand or respond to issues; support others in challenging situations. Flexibility and Adaptability (Applied): Responds quickly to changes. Comfortable working in collaboration with teams outside of own organisation. Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end planning, development, and execution of roadside maintenance programs, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This includes the development, review, and approval of works programs and packages. Build and maintain strong, productive relationships with contractor representatives, fostering a culture of transparency, accountability, and high performance. Oversee contractor activities and ensure adherence to contractual obligations and safety standards. Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, including local councils, government agencies, and community representatives. Navigate competing priorities and communicate effectively to ensure alignment of goals, expectations, and delivery outcomes. Drive a culture of continuous improvement by identifying and implementing initiatives that enhance service delivery, operational efficiency, and safety performance. Apply risk management and asset management principles to ensure long-term sustainability. Provide strategic insights and reporting to management and relevant authorities, offering recommendations that support contract performance, risk mitigation, and program optimisation. Qualifications and Experience Mandatory: Experience relevant to the capabilities of the role. Desirable: Tertiary qualification in a relevant or related discipline. 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 Working at the Department of Transport and Planning provides people with the opportunity to contribute to creating thriving places and connected communities for all Victorians. For further details please refer to Careers at the Department of Transport and Planning. 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 Click the ‘Apply’ button to be redirected to our recruitment platform, where you may need to create an account to submit your application. If you encounter any issues, refer to our Quick Reference Guide for step-by-step instructions. Applications close at 11.59pm on Tuesday, 2 December 2025. For further information, please contact Rebecca L. Chase, Manager Roadside and Environment via email *************@transport.vic.gov.au. #J-18808-Ljbffr