Program Manager

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About Us

"Safe journeys, every time". This is what we strive for at Safe Transport Victoria (ST Vic). As the safety regulator for commercial passenger vehicles, buses and maritime, what we do impacts the everyday lives of Victorians. Our role is to work with these industries and the communities they serve to ensure a transport system that inspires confidence for users. We are focused on creating impact by being an intelligence-led regulator, agile to technological disruptions in the market and highly responsive to community expectations and needs. We are also in the business of thinking big. We are reimagining what's possible in how we regulate, and we welcome those who are interested in reshaping and redefining how we work. ST Vic is committed to building a culture of 'working as one'. This means our people share openly, question respectfully and build together. This also means we invest in our people and provide personal and professional development programs to create a workforce that is empowered, innovative and adaptable.

The Role

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Strategy and PMO, the Program Manager is responsible for coordinating and tracking the delivery of strategic and operational projects across ST Vic. This role maintains oversight of the organisation's project portfolio, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and effective investment of resources. While the Program Manager does not directly manage project teams, you will provide governance, assurance, and reporting to drive delivery confidence and support executive decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Tracking delivery of projects and initiatives, monitoring milestones, benefits and risks.
• Facilitating governance and assurance processes, including Project Control Groups.
• Preparing high-quality reporting and dashboards for the Executive Leadership Team.
• Monitoring project investments, budgets, and value delivery to support decisions.
• Engaging with sponsors, project leads, and stakeholders to gather insights and support delivery.
• Contributing to continuous improvement of frameworks, tools, and project capability.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in program or portfolio coordination within complex or public sector environments (mandatory).
• Familiarity with project governance frameworks and tools such as PRINCE2, PMBoK, or MSP (desirable).
• Tertiary qualifications in project management, business, or public administration (desirable).

Further Information

For a confidential discussion, please contact Shane Leversha, Director People and Culture at shane.leversha@safetransport.vic.gov.au. It is an inherent requirement of this position that the employee is ready, willing, and able to perform work outside their ordinary place of residence, including at ST Vic workplaces. Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police Check. To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

What We Offer You

ST Vic is committed to building a culture of flexible work arrangements, professional development, and ways of working that support work-life balance. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds including veterans, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse communities, and LGBTIQ+ individuals.

We Also Provide

• Professional learning and development opportunities.
• A strong focus on safety, wellbeing and mental health initiatives.
• Support for further study through financial assistance and leave provisions.

How To Apply

Please click the 'Apply Now' button. As part of the application process, you will need to provide a copy of your resume and a cover letter (max. 1 page) addressing your skills, experience and interest in the position. Applications close at midnight 21 September 2025. If you require adjustments to the recruitment process or an alternative format to the application material, please contact the person listed above.

Job details: Seniority level Mid-Senior level; Employment type Full-time; Job function Project Management; Industries Motor Vehicle Manufacturing.

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia