Reserve Management Coordinator

Reserve Management Coordinator

• Be part of the exciting transformation of the team & department
• Salary commensurate with experience
• Based out of 452, Flinders Street but flexible location

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.

V/Line is experiencing significant growth and we're 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 the Reserve Management Coordinator, you are integral to the success of V/Line's Assets & Maintenance Group.

You will be responsible for coordinating the delivery of risk-based vegetation management plans and programs to support the safe and efficient functioning of the railway and to assist V/Line in meeting it's environmental, fire and safety legislative obligations.

Key accountabilities include:

• Collaborate with the Natural Resource Management Advisor to develop and deliver vegetation management work plans aligned with legislative and organisational objectives.
• Coordinate both programmed and reactive vegetation works through contractor engagement, including site meetings and scope definition.
• Interface with internal teams to ensure works meet rail safety, access, and operational requirements, while responding to vegetation maintenance requests.
• Manage procurement processes and track works using asset management systems, including quote requests, purchase orders, and invoicing.
• Evaluate quotations and implement cost-effective solutions for vegetation programs such as hazardous tree removal, electric line clearance, and weed management.
• Conduct assurance activities including works verification, quality checks, and compliance with vegetation standards and guidelines.
• Maintain GIS databases for Reserve Management work zones

About you

Our ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Minimum 3 years' experience coordinating contractor-delivered vegetation management programs, with strong knowledge of fire mitigation and vegetation principles.
• Proven ability to apply risk management and prioritise multiple tasks to deliver safe, compliant, and efficient vegetation works.
• Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills, including contractor management and internal collaboration.
• Proficient in asset management systems and familiar with relevant environmental, fire, and safety legislation for rail corridors.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and adaptable team player with a safety-first mindset and problem-solving approach.
• Flexibility to travel across the network
• Demonstrated alignment with V/Line's values of responsiveness, integrity, impartiality, accountability, respect, leadership and human rights.

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 are also proud to be endorsed by Work 180 as a great place for women to work, second year in a row.

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.

Remuneration for this position will be in line with the V/Line Rail Operations and Administrative Employees Agreement 2023

Applications close by Friday, 26th September 2025

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