Technical Officer

Company description:

About Us

The Department of Transport and Planning oversees key planning, transport and land use policy decisions and management across the State. A life-cycle approach to planning, building, connecting and sustaining communities means our people can come together to; improve services, deliver sustainable projects, focus on customer engagement, streamline regulatory approval pathways, facilitate community consultation and better realise local economic opportunities for more liveable communities across Victoria.

Network Design and Integration delivers transport priorities through the planning, development and maintenance of an integrated pipeline of projects and strategic initiatives that provide safe, efficient and sustainable outcomes to all Victorians.

We're focused on outcomes that deliver more choice, connections and confidence in our travel, ensuring the whole transport network works as one to deliver better services and outcomes.

Job description:

About the Role

Reporting to the Lead Structural Drafter, the Technical Officer - Structural Design position sits within the Assets and Engineering division and is responsible for undertaking concept and detailed design drafting of structures and geotechnical works under supervision, and providing advice on constructability.

As part of the role, the Technical Officer - Structural Design will be required to build and maintain relationships through collaboration on projects.

The Technical Officer - Structural Design will be responsible for providing advice in the field of structural drafting and associated construction under general functional supervision. They will assist in developing standard documentation and practices relating to the drafting of bridges and other road related structures, and geotechnical drafting requirements.

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Position Outcomes / Accountabilities

• Structural Drafting Delivery - The Technical Officer - Structural Design delivers high quality drafting of concept and detailed designs, and supports the Lead Structural Drafter to deliver within timeframes and on budget
• Capability Development - Applies knowledge in structural drafting to contribute to a culture of innovation and process improvement. Supports the Lead Structural Drafter in the delivery of initiatives that build team capability in structural drafting.
• Trusted Advisor - Exercise technical knowledge and problem-solving skills to resolve a broad range of bridge construction matters during the design and the construction phases of a project under general functional supervision.
• Team Culture - Contribute to the development and maintenance of a positive team culture through implementation of initiatives that build team and stakeholder capability.

Key Selection Criteria

The DTP is seeking a motivated professional with strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and project delivery skills. The role involves collaborating with colleagues, engaging effectively with stakeholders, and maintaining a strong customer focus to deliver high-quality outcomes. The ideal candidate will also demonstrate proficiency in structural drafting, producing accurate and compliant drawings in line with departmental standards and project specifications.

Qualifications and Experience

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Structural drafting (mandatory).
• Relevant experience in structural design and technology (desirable).

Culture Value

We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds representing the community that we serve, including veterans, parents, carers, First Peoples, people with disability, multicultural, multifaith and LGBTIQA+ individuals.

As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture. Through shared actions and behaviours aligned with our strategy and direction, we empower our people to thrive and meaningfully contribute to the department's goals.

What we offer

• Meaningful work making Victorian communities more accessible and liveable
• Professional growth and development opportunities across the department and the wider Victorian Public Services
• A hybrid working model focused on collaboration and teamwork
• Optimal work-life balance initiatives including flexible working arrangements
• Opportunity to work across multiple urban and suburban hubs
• We prioritise the development of a safe and inclusive culture

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions

All new appointments to the department will be subject to a National Criminal Records Check, Misconduct Screening, and a Qualification Check where there is a requirement for a mandatory qualification. Information provided to the Department of Transport and Planning will be treated in the strictest confidence consistent with the requirements of the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position.

Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.

Non-VPS applicants will be subject to a probation period of six months.

How to Apply

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Applications close at 11:59 pm on Thursday 07 August 2025.

Please include both your resume and a cover letter. All applications must be submitted via the online portal, we're unable to accept email or manual submissions.

For further information about the role, please contact Mohammad Rezaee - Lead Structural Drafter via

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