Program Manager

• Lead meaningful infrastructure programs that shape Victoria's rail future.
• Work with collaborative, purpose-driven teams across planning and engineering.
• Influence how projects are governed, delivered and communicated.

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're 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
This is a leadership opportunity to shape how infrastructure programs are governed and delivered across Victoria's rail network. As Program Manager – Annual Works Plan (AWP), you'll oversee governance, compliance and performance across all phases of the AWP lifecycle. You'll facilitate and lead governance forums, manage reporting, and work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment with V/Line's asset management objectives.

You'll also play a key role in fostering a safe and collaborative workplace, while supporting the growth and development of the Program Governance team.

Key accountabilities include:

• Provide governance and compliance oversight across all phases of the AWP.
• Ensure adherence to the MPM Program Framework, including gate approvals and procedural compliance.
• Chair governance forums including the Program Control Group and Change Control Group.
• Facilitate preparation of Steering Committee report, papers and assist the Chair by presenting program updates at the forum meetings.
• Lead design coordination forums and represent AWP governance in internal and external audits.
• Oversee end-to-end program delivery risks, ensuring alignment with budgets, schedules and risk protocols.
• Manage program-level risks and issues, ensuring timely escalation and resolution.
• Oversee project controls including cost estimates, P6 schedules, forecasting and re-baselining.
• Track benefits realisation and maintain a shelf-ready work bank to manage budget underspend.
• Collaborate across Strategic Planning, Engineering, Finance, EPMO and Infrastructure teams.
• Deliver accurate and timely governance reporting to internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead and support the Program Governance team, fostering accountability and continuous improvement.
• Drive updates to governance frameworks and support the evolution of delivery practices.

About You
You're a confident communicator and strategic thinker who thrives in complex environments. You bring clarity to conversations, guide teams through challenges, and make decisions that keep programs moving. You're comfortable presenting to varied audiences, influencing outcomes, and building strong relationships across functions.

You've led infrastructure programs from end to end and know how to navigate governance, delivery and stakeholder engagement with precision. You care about creating a positive experience for those you work with and take pride in driving results that matter.

Our ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Senior Project Manager or Program Manager experience in infrastructure.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Ability to lead presentations and cross-functional collaboration.
• Deep understanding of program governance, stage gate processes and lifecycle planning.
• Proficiency in cost estimation, scheduling (P6), financial forecasting and earned value reporting.
• Experience leading teams, mentoring staff and fostering high-performance culture.
• Skilled in negotiation, conflict resolution and governance reporting.
• Proven ability to implement process improvements and drive program maturity.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to produce and present governance reports and briefings.
• Demonstrated alignment with V/Line's values of responsiveness, integrity, impartiality, accountability, respect, leadership and human rights.

Highly regarded

• Tertiary qualifications in engineering are preferred.
• Rail industry background is preferred.
• Experience in similar role

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.

We are committed to ensuring a comfortable and accessible recruitment experience. If you need any adjustments or have specific accessibility requirements at any stage of the process, please contact our Talent team at or for confidential support.

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, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, age or disability.

We're proud to be recognised as a Work180 Endorsed Employer for the second consecutive year, a testament to our ongoing commitment to building an inclusive and empowering workplace for women.

We proudly acknowledge First Peoples of Victoria. We acknowledge their ongoing strength in practicing the world's oldest living culture. We acknowledge the Traditional Owners' lands, waters, and skies on which we live and pay respects to their Elders past and present.

At V/Line, safety is our priority. Successful applicants will undergo relevant pre-employment and medical checks to meet our safeworking standards.

Applications close: 11.59 pm Thursday, 2nd October 2025