Group Manager People

About Us

VicTrack is the custodial owner of Victoria's rail transport land, assets and infrastructure. We work to protect and grow the value of the portfolio, to support a thriving transport system and make travel and living better for all Victorians. With much of our asset portfolio dedicated to rail transport - our land, infrastructure, trams, trains and telecommunication networks - our focus is on strategic asset management and supporting the delivery of better transport solutions.

When you join VicTrack, you'll become part of an organisation that celebrates the diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences of our people. We are committed to fostering a workplace that mirrors the diverse communities we serve. Everyone is welcome to apply for a role at VicTrack and we encourage open discussions about any adjustments you might need during the recruitment process or within the role. If you have a disability or specific access requirements, please let us know how we can offer you additional support.

Benefits

• Flexible work environment | hybrid work
• Stable work environment - Victorian Government state-owned enterprise
• 16 weeks paid parental leave (36 unpaid)
• Comprehensive health & wellness programs
• Free access to on-site gym and end of trip facilities
• Training and development opportunities to help you grow and develop your career

The challenges of our fast-growing sector put our people at the front of some of Victoria's most exciting projects in telecommunications, property development and project delivery - with job opportunities as diverse as our organisation.

The Role

The Group Manager People & Culture is a pivotal senior leader responsible for transforming VicTrack's People & Culture function into a strategic, streamlined, and future-focused division. The role drives initiatives that deliver meaningful business impact and positions the function as a key enabler of organisational success.

As a trusted advisor to the Senior Leadership Team, the role champions innovation, continuous improvement, and strategic workforce planning. It plays a critical role in embedding a safe, inclusive, and values-driven culture through the Culture Program, which is central to building a high-performing organisation to support the delivery of VicTrack's Transformation Strategy.

Leading a diverse team across HR Operations and Business Partnering, the Group Manager must bring foundational experience in both domains to effectively oversee the functions that support the employee life cycle from both transactional and strategic perspectives. This includes HR Operations (HRIS, Payroll, Learning & Development), recruitment, remuneration and benefits, and the Business Partnering model.

The position is a 3 year PESES 1 contract.

Knowledge and experience, not limited to:

Management Experience

• Demonstrated experience in a senior leadership role within an organisation of comparable scale and complexity.
• Proven success in leading organisational and cultural change in dynamic, multi-stakeholder environments.
• Experience in leading a diverse, cross-functional HR team, including the management of people leaders across multiple disciplines such as HR Operations, Business Partnering, and Organisational Development.
• Strong leadership in program and project management, with a track record of delivering strategic initiatives.

Technical Expertise

• Demonstrated expertise in contemporary and emerging human resources practices, and frameworks, with a strong understanding of Victorian Government policies and procedures.
• Proven experience in workforce planning, people strategy and recruitment.
• Expertise in industrial and employee relations, including enterprise agreement negotiations.
• Strong understanding of IR legislation and Victorian Government employment practices.
• Ability to lead transformation and change in complex, fast-paced environments.
• Deep expertise in industrial and employee relations, including negotiation and implementation of enterprise agreements.

Core Skills

• Exceptional communication and networking skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders and influence outcomes across executive, board, and sector-wide levels.
• Ability to champion responsive, high-quality service delivery across the organisation.
• Strong analytical and conceptual thinking, with the ability to translate data into strategic insights.
• Skilled in facilitating collaborative decision-making and leading high-performing teams.
• Proven ability to build internal capability, develop talent, and support succession planning.

Qualifications:

• A tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Business, or related discipline is essential.

To Apply

***PLEASE ONLY SUBMIT YOUR RESUME AND/OR COVER LETTER IN PDF FORMAT

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity with us, please click apply and submit your resume in
PDF format only
. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence and must be submitted by Wednesday, 8 October 2025. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend face-to-face interviews commencing the week of 13 October 2025 at our La Trobe Street offices.

We are proud to be recognized by WORK180 as an employer of choice for women. Explore the WORK180 website to learn about our benefits and policies. Research shows that 60% of women and underrepresented groups may decide not to proceed, even after drafting an application. We believe diversity strengthens every team, so even if you don't meet every qualification, we still encourage you to apply

Offer of employment is strictly subject to successful background (pre-employment screening) and criminal history check. VicTrack is an equal opportunity and human rights employer.

Closing Date:
08/10/25

***PLEASE ONLY SUBMIT YOUR RESUME AND COVER LETTER IN PDF FORMAT