Senior Program Manager

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About Us

"Safe journeys, every time". This is what we strive for at Safe Transport Victoria (ST Vic).

As the safety regulator for commercial passenger vehicles, buses and maritime, what we do impacts the everyday lives of Victorians. Our role is to work with these industries and the communities they serve to ensure a transport system that inspires confidence for users.

We are focused on creating impact by being an intelligence-led regulator, agile to technological disruptions in the market and highly responsive to community expectations and needs.

We are also in the business of thinking big. We are reimagining what's possible in how we regulate, and we welcome those who are interested in reshaping and redefining how we work.

ST Vic is committed to building a culture of 'working as one'. This means our people share openly, question respectfully and build together. This also means we invest in our people and provide personal and professional development programs to create a workforce that is empowered, innovative and adaptable.

Job description:

About the Role

Reporting to the Director, Business Services, the Senior Manager, Strategy and PMO is a pivotal leadership role responsible for translating ST Vic's strategic objectives into a prioritised, deliverable portfolio of initiatives.

This role will lead the establishment and operation of a fit-for-purpose Project Management Office (PMO), oversee the implementation of ST Vic's corporate strategy and roadmap, and uplift organisational project capability. You will be accountable for driving strategic alignment, delivering transparent reporting, strengthening governance, and embedding a culture of performance and accountability across ST Vic's portfolio of initiatives.

The responsibilities of the Senior Manager, Strategy and PMO will include, but are not limited to:

• Leading the development, implementation and improvement of project management frameworks.
• Overseeing delivery of the corporate strategy and organisational roadmap.
• Maintaining oversight of the strategic project portfolio, ensuring alignment to objectives.
• Providing timely reporting and insights to executives on key initiatives, risks and opportunities.
• Building organisational project delivery capability through training, tools and coaching.
• Driving governance and assurance processes to manage risks and support effective delivery.

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About You

You are a dynamic leader with deep expertise in strategy execution, project governance, and PMO leadership. You thrive in complex environments, can balance competing priorities, and have the ability to inspire trust and confidence across senior stakeholders.

With strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, you can navigate challenges, make sound decisions, and provide high-quality advice to executives. You are also a people-focused leader who fosters a high-performance culture, champions engagement, and builds capability across your team and the wider organisation.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in business, public policy, project management, or a related field are mandatory.
• Experience in a strategy/PMO leadership role is essential.
• Formal project management qualifications (e.g. PRINCE2, PMP, MSP) are desirable.

Further Information

For a confidential discussion, please contact Shane Leversha, Director, People and Culture at

It is an inherent requirement of this position that the employee is ready, willing, and able to perform work outside their ordinary place of residence, including at ST Vic workplaces.

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police Check. To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

What we offer you

ST Vic is committed to building a culture of flexible work arrangements, professional development, and ways of working that support work-life balance. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds including veterans, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse communities, and LGBTIQ+ individuals.

We also provide:

• Access to professional learning and development opportunities.
• A strong focus on safety, wellbeing and mental health initiatives.
• Support for further study through financial assistance and leave provisions.

How to Apply

Please click the 'Apply Now' button. As part of the application process, you will need to provide a copy of your resume and a cover letter (max. 1 page) addressing your skills, experience and interest in the position.

Applications close at midnight 18th September 2025.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment process or an alternative format to the application material, please contact the person listed above.