Associate Director Regional Rail, Assets Projects

3 months ago

Melbourne, Australia Department of Transport and Planning Full time

Location: Melbourne | CBD

Job type: Ongoing - Full Time

Organisation: Department of Transport and Planning

**Salary**: $177,488 - $241,387

Occupation: Engineering

Reference: 4491

**About the Role**

**This is an ongoing STS role**

The Associate Director of Regional Rail Assets, Projects, and Financial Escrow will effectively lead the management of regional rail projects. This includes providing leadership in program delivery, control, and governance while overseeing the Regional Rail asset performance measurement strategy, framework, and associated processes, including the delivery of asset maintenance and renewal programs.

The role involves understanding, measuring, and reporting on the asset performance of Regional Rail, including V/Line and ARTC. Additionally, it provides leadership oversight of financial assurance and analysis of regional rail assets and project budgets, with strategic management of escrow accounts and future financial bids. This role also supports the coordination and documentation of contract management plans and frameworks.

**Position Outcomes**

The Associate Director will manage, oversee, and govern high-value, high-profile, and complex rail or technology projects within a best practice Project Management Framework, ensuring adherence to the whole investment life cycle process. This role requires demonstrated expertise in asset condition assessment and life cycle management, leading the development, review, and improvement of regional rail asset information. The goal is to effectively understand the state of regional rail assets, including their condition, criticality, value, remaining life, and performance.

The position involves leading the planning and prioritisation of public transport asset strategies and renewal projects through regional rail asset management plans, strategies, and business cases. The Associate Director will oversee financial assurance audits, budget and escrow management, and support the development of financial bids for the sustainability and modernisation of regional rail assets. This includes ensuring operator compliance by managing maintenance, renewal, and asset obligations, and participating in steering committees, review groups, and working groups.

To provide greater insight into the role the position description can be found here

**Qualifications and role specific requirements**
- Experience in the oversight and management of complex commercial contracts and projects
- Strong understanding of the principles of asset management and assurance
- An understanding of the public transport environment and/or heavy rail operations would be highly advantageous

**How to Apply**

**Non-DTP employees (including wider VPS)** will need to create an account **(not your JSE account)**. Click the ‘Apply’ button and you'll be redirected to a new platform and create an account.

If have any issues, click here for Quick Reference Guide on how to apply.

  • Executive Director of Rail Infrastructure

    2 days ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Rail Projects Victoria Full time

    About the OrganisationRail Projects Victoria (RPV) is a leading organisation in the delivery of major transport infrastructure projects in Victoria, Australia. With a portfolio of projects worth over $30 billion, RPV is responsible for the development, planning, and construction of rail infrastructure projects that connect Victorians to their suburbs,...

  • Associate Director

    3 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia HR GO Recruitment Full time

    **Associate Director - Asset Management**: **Victoria - Melbourne** **up to $160000 per annum, Super + Bonus** **Permanent** Surveying - Job Reference - 270815 Associate Director - Asset Management Melbourne Salary up to $160,000 p.a. (negotiable) + Super + Bonus Hybrid working Are you looking for a strategic role at Associate Director level in Asset...

  • Associate Director

    3 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia RHL Full time

    **Victoria - Melbourne** **up to $160000 per annum, Super + Bonus** **Permanent** Surveying - Job Reference - 270815 Associate Director - Asset Management Melbourne Salary up to $160,000 p.a. (negotiable) + Super + Bonus Hybrid working Are you looking for a strategic role at Associate Director level in Asset Management? Do you have experience of...

  • Executive Director

    2 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Rail Projects Victoria Full time

    About the RoleThe Chief Executive Officer (CEO) provides strategic leadership for Rail Projects Victoria and its workforce.Reporting to the Director General, the CEO is accountable for all aspects of strategy and governance for the organization's projects and people.The CEO works across a portfolio of work including front-end development, program management,...

  • Rail Asset Engineer

    1 month ago

    Melbourne, Australia Australian Road Research Board Full time

    Partner with key clients & grow NTRO Rail within Australasian rail industry Join a supportive and dedicated team delivering projects nationally Fantastic career development opportunities At the National Transport Research Organisation (NTRO) we strive to be an innovation portal through which government and industry can gain great outcomes across all modes...

  • Chief Executive Officer

    4 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia Rail Projects Victoria Full time

    About the organisation:Rail Projects Victoria (RPV) is delivering some of the biggest transport infrastructure projects ever built in Victoria, including the Metro Tunnel, Regional Rail Revival and Melbourne Airport Rail.Under the umbrella of the Major Transport Infrastructure Authority (MTIA) and Victoria's Big Build, RPV is responsible for all aspects of...

  • Associate Technical Director- Asset Manager

    3 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia Arcadis Full time

    As an Arcadian, you already help us deliver world leading sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. You are part of our global business comprising 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together...

  • Document Controller

    3 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia Rail Projects Victoria Full time

    Location: Melbourne | CBD Job type: Full time Organisation: Rail Projects Victoria **Salary**: $92,332 - $104,762 Occupation: Information Management Reference: 2829 **About us**: Rail Projects Victoria (RPV) is the Victorian Government body responsible for the delivery of the Metro Tunnel Project, Regional Rail Revival, Melbourne Airport Rail and the...

  • Dms Officer

    3 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia Rail Projects Victoria Full time

    Location: Melbourne | CBD Job type: Full Time - Fixed Term Organisation: Rail Projects Victoria **Salary**: $92,332 - $104,762 Occupation: Engineering Reference: 3186 **About the role**: RPV, MTIA is seeking to engage 3 DMS officers. The DMS Officer is responsible for the delivery of accurate and timely Drawing Management System (DMS) services to...

  • Manager, Health, Safety

    4 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia Suburban Rail Loop Authority Full time

    Location: Melbourne | CBD Job type: Full time Organisation: Suburban Rail Loop Authority **Salary**: $175,731 - $238,997 Occupation: Occupational Health and Safety Reference: 2571 **About the opportunity** The Suburban Rail Loop Authority (SRLA) is seeking to engage an experienced Manager in Rail Safety and Occupational, Health and Safety. This 12...

  • Dms Officer

    3 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia Rail Projects Victoria Full time

    Location: Melbourne | CBD Job type: Full time Organisation: Rail Projects Victoria **Salary**: $91,418 - $103,725 Occupation: Construction Reference: 989 **About the Role**: RPV, MTIA is seeking to engage seeking to engage a DMS officer. The DMS Officer is responsible for the delivery of accurate and timely Drawing Management System (DMS) services to...

  • Director – Project Development

    3 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Australia VLine Full time

    Director – Project Development Lead the development of multi-billion-dollar rail projects, drive V/Line’s strategic direction and collaborate with key industry stakeholders to deliver an enhanced, safer and more reliable regional rail network in Victoria. Purpose V/Line Projects delivers capital improvements across the regional rail network. Our...

  • Rail Asset Engineer

    2 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Australian Road Research Board Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Railway Infrastructure Engineer to join our Asset Performance team at the Australian Road Research Board. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for delivering strategic asset maintenance and improvement projects related to below rail infrastructure.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement asset...

  • Associate Director, Major Projects Readiness and

    3 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Australia Department of Transport and Planning Full time

    Location: Melbourne | Parkville Job type: Full Time - Fixed Term Organisation: Department of Transport and Planning **Salary**: $182,813 - $248,629 Occupation: Executive Management Reference: 4373 **About the Role** **This is a fixed term STS role through till December 2025** The Next Generation Tram (NGT) project is set to significantly upgrade...

  • Project Support Officer

    4 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia Heaton Rail Pty Ltd Full time

    Play a key part in keeping Melbourne's railways reliable - Iconic rail organisation / operator with a large global footprint - Hybrid working arrangements available **Roles and Responsibilities** - Provide administrative support to project personnel as needed with preparing reports, managing calendars, and coordinating meetings, etc. - Collaborate and...

  • Director - Project Development Lead

    3 days ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Davidson Full time

    Job Title: Director - Project DevelopmentDavidson is seeking a highly experienced and skilled Director - Project Development to join our team. As a key member of our organization, you will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of strategic projects that drive long-term change and growth.About the RoleThis is an exciting opportunity to...

  • Manager - Strategic Asset Management (Rail) (Vpsg6)

    4 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia Department of Transport and Planning Full time

    Location: Melbourne | CBD Job type: Full time Organisation: Department of Transport and Planning **Salary**: $129,379 - $173,138 Occupation: Engineering Reference: 1490 **About the Role** The Manager, Strategic Assets position sits within the Rail Asset Management Branch of Transport Assets which is part of Assets & Engineering. This role is part of a...

  • Project Support Officer

    3 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia Suburban Rail Loop Authority Full time

    Location: Melbourne | CBD Job type: Full time Organisation: Suburban Rail Loop Authority **Salary**: $91,418 - $103,725 Occupation: Administration/Secretarial Reference: 1131 **Project Support Officer**: - Career opportunity within the Victorian Public Sector - Location - Melbourne CBD - 3-year fixed term, full-time role with hybrid working...

  • Senior Quantity Surveyor/Associate Director

    6 days ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Design And Build Recruitment Full time

    Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor/Associate Director Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Quantity Surveyor/Associate Director to join our team at Design And Build Recruitment. As a key member of our construction advisory firm, you will play a crucial role in the successful execution of our construction projects, with a particular focus on...

  • Associate Director

    1 week ago

    Melbourne, Australia RP Infrastructure Full time

    Role Description We’re looking for an Associate Director to lead an established business unit in our Higher Education (Tertiary & Independent Schools) sector at RP Infrastructure. Working closely with the Victorian Director of Education, and the National Executive Director of Education, this position represents is a key role in our strategic growth. As...