AddressAbout the Role
The role is to exercise independent professional judgement to plan, implement and monitor road and bridge works to achieve project scope, quality, cost, time, safety and environmental requirements in accordance with relevant policies and toolkits.
Construction sites are located throughout the Hume Region.
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Position Outcomes / Accountabilities
- Project Assurance: Exercise independent professional judgement to plan, procure, implement and monitor road and bridge works to achieve project scope, quality, cost, time, safety and environmental requirements in accordance with relevant policies and toolkits.
- Project Monitoring: Undertake research and analysis to prepare, monitor and report on the physical and financial status of projects, and develop innovative responses to improve project outcomes and project processes.
- Construction and OH&S Advice: Apply competence in road and bridge design, construction and maintenance practices and standards to prepare and administer contracts for works.
- Quality and Risk Management: Exercise independent professional judgement to anticipate and assess potential project risks, undertake/coordinate complex risk assessments and develop necessary mitigation plans.
- Community Engagement: Establish and maintain good working relationships with DTP internal teams, Councils, other government departments, and stakeholders, including alerting management on emerging issues.
- Promote and support safe, inclusive and flexible team operations.
Key Selection Criteria
The ideal candidate excels in Project Delivery, defining tasks, coordinating execution, monitoring progress, and taking corrective actions. They will have strong Business and Commercial Acumen, maximising value and managing risks through a broad understanding of procurement and finance concepts. Their Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving skills enable them to resolve issues effectively, analysing available ideas and making informed decisions. In Stakeholder Management, they add value, connect people, monitor satisfaction, and address issues constructively. They actively Develop Capability, improving team skills and recognising potential. Additionally, they implement and support Knowledge Management and Business Continuity practices in daily operations.
Personal Attributes
The ideal candidate demonstrates Resilience by providing honest feedback, responding constructively to criticism, and confidently expressing opinions. They employ Outcomes Thinking, creating a sense of purpose within the team and aligning work with community impact. They also excel at Working Collaboratively, fostering a supportive team environment and engaging other teams to address issues.
Qualifications and Experience
Mandatory
- Engineering, project management, or similar, tertiary qualifications
- Victorian Driver’s License: The role requires the incumbent to travel and do site visits within Metropolitan Victoria.
Desirable
- 5+ years of construction and/or project management experience
- Experience in liaising with contractors/clients
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
Culture Value
We are an equal opportunity employer, embracing a diverse range of applicants such as veterans, and people who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA community members, individuals with disabilities and/or health conditions, as well as those from varied faith and cultural backgrounds. At our department, we prioritize the development of a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture through shared actions and behaviours that align with our strategy and direction. This empowers our employees to effectively contribute to our goals.
How to Apply
Non-DTP Employees (Including VPS outside of DTP)
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Applications close at 11:59 PM on Sunday, 14th July 2024.
Please include a resume and cover letter.
All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We’re unable to consider email or manual applications.
For more information, contact Sam Epage - 0474 788 *** - *********@transport.vic.gov.au
Preferred applicants will need to complete a police check and other pre-employment checks. Your information will be treated confidentially.
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