Head of Annual Works Plan

**Head of Annual Works Plan, Strategic Planning**
- Lead long-term strategic planning for Victoria’s regional rail infrastructure.
- Present high-impact business cases to senior stakeholders and government partners.
- Join a hybrid workplace recognised by WORK180 as an employer of choice for women.

V/Line’s purpose is to connect Victorians through safe, reliable, and accessible transport. We believe in giving all Victorians opportunities through travel and transport - connecting them to jobs, education, family and friends, services, tourism and trade.

We are experiencing significant growth and delivering more services, more trains, cheaper fares, and huge projects. With more than 3700 weekly train and coach services, an expansive freight network and unprecedented rail investment, millions of Victorians depend on us to deliver. You could be one of our 3100 committed team members who are up to the challenge.

**About the role**

As Head of Annual Works Plan, Strategic Planning, you will oversee the development of long-term asset strategies, investment plans, and lifecycle models that underpin the sustainable management of V/Line’s infrastructure. Reporting to the Director, Asset Management & Performance, you’ll play a critical role in shaping the Annual Works Plan (AWP), aligning investment priorities with business and state objectives, and delivering compelling, evidence-based business cases to executive and departmental stakeholders.

This is a strategic leadership role that combines foresight, technical expertise, and exceptional communication skills to influence the future of Victoria’s rail network.

**Key accountabilities include**:

- Lead the strategic planning and investment cycle for the AWP across maintenance and capital programs.
- Develop and present persuasive business cases and investment scenarios to senior leadership and government.
- Oversee the creation of asset strategies and lifecycle plans that optimise cost, risk, and performance.
- Support continuous improvement in maintenance planning, asset modelling, and investment prioritisation.
- Provide expert advice on asset risk, performance, and long-term planning to executive stakeholders.
- Ensure alignment with ISO 55001 and leading asset management practices.
- Inspire and guide a cross-functional team of asset professionals to deliver strategic outcomes.
- Enhance data-driven decision-making through improved planning tools and systems.

**About you**

You are a strategic thinker and an effective communicator with a strong background in asset management and infrastructure planning. You bring a proven ability to collaborate with senior stakeholders, develop compelling business cases, and guide high-performing teams in complex, asset-intensive environments.
- Extensive experience in strategic asset management, infrastructure planning, or investment strategy.
- Demonstrated expertise in business case development and presenting to executive and departmental audiences.
- Strong understanding of asset lifecycle planning, risk-based maintenance, and performance optimisation.
- Demonstrated experience in leadership of cross-functional teams in complex, regulated environments.
- Familiarity with ISO 55001 and strategic asset management frameworks.
- Risk and change management experience.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex concepts.
- High-level stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and conflict resolution capabilities.
- Strong business acumen, analytical thinking, and a continuous improvement mindset.
- Demonstrated alignment with V/Line’s values of responsiveness, integrity, impartiality, accountability, respect, leadership and human rights.

**Qualifications**
- Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Asset Management, Business, or a related field.

**A full position description will be made available to interviewees.**
- If your skills or experience don’t exactly match our listed requirements, we still encourage you to apply. We value diverse perspectives and believe in the potential for growth and development._

**Why V/Line**

In addition to free myki travel, we offer:

- **Community impact** - Make a genuine difference. Work in a role that connects Victorians, every day.
- **Huge potential** - We’re transforming, and you can too. Be a change maker, recognised for your contribution and creativity.
- **Dynamic environment**- V/Line operates in a constantly changing space. Join a fast-paced and exciting organisation.
- **Collaborative team**- You’ll be part of a broader supportive team. Surround yourself with talented, passionate peers.
- **Flexible working** - We support flexible working. Work in a way that supports you to thrive in your role.

As an equal opportunity employer, V/Line is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace and network that reflects the communities we serve. We accept and value the contributions of all our employees regardless of gender, et