Group Manager Environment

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 - 3 x days in office, 2 x days WFH
• 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 Environment is accountable for leading VicTrack's environmental strategy and performance across its diverse land and asset portfolio. This role is responsible for providing expert environmental advice, strategic direction, environmental compliance, driving sustainability initiatives and embedding best practice environmental management (including data systems, policies and procedures) into all facets of VicTrack's operations, projects and partnerships.

The role provides strategic leadership across environmental planning, risk mitigation, and stakeholder engagement, while enabling cross functional collaboration to deliver integrated solutions. It drives delivery of VicTrack's environmental management system and environmental sustainability strategy to ensure statutory obligations are achieved and the delivery of services are consistent with VicTrack's business objectives.

Experience and Qualifications:

• A relevant tertiary degree/qualification in a science, environment or engineering discipline
• Post-graduate qualifications in the environmental field would be highly regarded
• Demonstrable senior experience and a record of achievement in environmental management, with experience in one or more of the following competencies: contaminated land management and remediation; biodiversity management; sustainability, asbestos and hazardous materials, general environmental management

Knowledge and Skills:

• Experience in environmental project and program management and direction
• Experience managing and directing a team of professionals
• Experience dealing and working with industry and regulators (e.g. DEECA, EPA)
• Experience operating at senior management level
• Financial management
• Experience in developing and implementing environmental policy, procedure and strategy
• Ability to assess environmental risk at the project, portfolio and corporate level
• Ability to effectively and decisively solve problems with commercial sensitivity and acumen
• Ability to recognise, anticipate and manage political and community sensitivity
• Demonstrate an ability to influence and gain support from various internal and external stakeholders for environmental and sustainability initiatives to deliver on organisational objectives
• Experience in preparing executive reports, board papers and board subcommittee reports

Specialist / Technical Expertise:

• An in-depth understanding of environmental legislation and government led targets (sustainability, climate change and renewables)
• Technical expertise in contaminated land management including assessment and remediation
• Strong understanding of biodiversity, cultural heritage, asbestos and hazardous materials management and sustainability highly regarded
• Experience in the direction of environmental and sustainability programs to achieve compliance with legislation and organisational targets, including an understanding of mitigation strategies to minimise adverse impacts
• Demonstrated expertise in applying risk management practices / processes
• Flexibility to adapt to a rapidly changing work and regulatory environment
• Ability to think innovatively and apply initiative
• Develop, implement and monitor long term environmental compliance and proactive programs
• Identify, anticipate and manage environmental risks to ensure compliance with legislation while ensuring organisational goals are met
• High level of conceptual, analytical and judgement skills to develop and implement innovative solutions in a rapidly changing environment
• Ability to develop and champion renewable energy and sustainability initiatives

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 are strictly confidential. Please note, we will begin reviewing applications from the 3rd of November.

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:
03/11/2025