Manager Roadside and Environment

Location: Melbourne | Parkville

Job type: Ongoing - Full Time

Organisation: Department of Transport and Planning

**Salary**: $134,593 - $180,115

Occupation: Regulatory Governance and Compliance

Reference: 5502

**About Us**

The Department of Transport & Planning brings together all transport modes to design, plan, build and operate Victoria's transport system. Our job is to further integrate the transport network and improve the delivery of services to Victorians for simpler, quicker and safer journeys that connect people and places and support Victoria's prosperity and liveability.

We’re focused on outcomes that deliver more choice, connections and confidence in our travel, ensuring the whole transport network works as one to deliver better services and outcomes.

The department is committed to building a culture where we say 'yes' to flexible work arrangements, provide personal and professional development programs and support ways of working that help employees balance work and life.

The department is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds, including veterans, people who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, have a disability, are from varied cultural backgrounds and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. The department provides workplace adjustments for applicants with disabilities.

**Transport Services** is a Group within the Department of Transport and Planning, and is responsible for **the safe operationd of the transport network, keeping Victoria moving, connecting people to what matters most in their lives.**

**Barwon South West Grampians** is a Division within Transport Services, and is responsible for the statewide portfolio of Road Maitnenace, delivered by the team in Maintenance Operations.

**About the Role**

The Manager Roadside and Environment position sits within Maintenance Operations - Routine Maintenance and is responsible for leading a team of experts who plan, develop, deliver and maintain natural and social roadside assets and roadside infrastructure across the asset lifecycle.

The role manages all DTP’s roadside assets across Victoria (including roadside safety barriers, regulatory signs, roadside vegetation management, significant roadside areas, bushfire mitigation and fuel reduction, litter control, and graffiti management.

Reporting to the Associate Director Routine Maintenance, this is senior leadership position within the Branch. The role is expected to operate in a cross-functional leadership team across all Maintenance Operations teams.

To access the full position description, please click **here.**

**Your outcomes and accountabilties,**
- All planning, development and operation of Environmental and roadside activities are timely, responsive and of high quality. Including the management of the Environmental and Roadside teams and management of the finance budget.
- Engineering management systems, standards, processes, procedures and information are executed effectively and of the highest quality.
- Stakeholders (internal & external) receive high quality technical advice and support with respect to the design, planning, development, delivery and operation of the Environmental and Roadside assets portfolio across the asset lifecycle.
- All written reports and correspondence are accurate, timely and responsive whilst being of the highest standard, resulting in highly satisfied stakeholders who trust the advice and support they receive from the Manager Environmental and Roadside.
- Excellent management of people, with high levels of engagement from staff in their commitment to delivering on the services required.

**Key Selection Criteria**

We are looking for a dynamic professional with expertise in partnering, problem-solving, and leadership.

In this role, you’ll focus on **partnering and co-creation**, building strong partnerships to achieve shared goals and coaching others in the co-creation process. You’ll build trust through delivering quality outcomes and facilitate discussions to navigate differences of opinion.

Your **critical thinking and problem-solving** skills will enable you to consider the broader business context, address recurring issues, and deliver impactful solutions by evaluating problems from multiple perspectives.

You’ll manage **project delivery**, translating strategies into successful programs and projects. You’ll define governance, monitor progress, and manage risks to ensure outcomes are achieved.

With strong **influence and persuasion** skills, you’ll gain support for ideas, build behind-the-scenes backing, and involve experts to strengthen proposals and achieve buy-in.

In **stakeholder management**, you’ll add value by connecting people with other areas, monitoring satisfaction, and addressing issues constructively.

You’ll also bring proven **people leadership** abilities, motivating teams and fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration within the R