At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead major projects to upgrade road safety cameras and manage project teams.
- Company: Department of Justice and Community Safety VIC, dedicated to improving road safety.
- Benefits: Competitive salary of $166,939 - $191,084 plus super, full-time role.
- Other info: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in road safety across Victoria and reduce serious crashes.
- Qualifications: Project management experience and strong procurement skills are desirable.
Help improve road safety across Victoria by leading major camera upgrade projects. Manage budgets, contracts and project teams to keep work on track. Play a key role in safer roads and fewer serious crashes. Use your project skills to deliver work that makes a real difference. Fixed term, full-time role earning $166,939 - $191,084 per year, plus super.
About us
Road Safety manages Victoria's road safety camera network and represents the Department of Justice and Community Safety within Victoria's road safety partnership. It contributes to the operation of road safety cameras and the policy and strategic direction of road safety enforcement across Victoria.
What you will do
As senior project manager, you will lead projects to upgrade Victoria's road safety camera network. You will guide project teams, manage suppliers and keep projects on track. You will:
- lead major projects to upgrade road safety cameras across Victoria
- manage tenders, contracts and budgets to support sound spending decisions
- track project plans, costs, risks and issues, then report progress to senior leaders
- give clear technical advice to help protect camera sites and network systems
- guide project teams, solve problems early and keep work safe and on schedule.
About you
A relevant project management background is highly desirable. A relevant tertiary qualification or membership of a professional project management body is also desirable. You should also have:
- strong procurement skills and experience buying products or services through external suppliers
- project delivery experience with technology systems, contractors or consultants
- planning and reporting skills to manage schedules, budgets, risks and project records
- leadership and communication skills to solve problems, adapt to change and guide people from different backgrounds.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Child safety statement of commitment
The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.
Senior Project Manager employer: Department of Justice and Community Safety VIC
The Department of Justice and Community Safety in Melbourne is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a culturally safe environment while driving systemic change within the justice system for the Aboriginal community. With a strong commitment to employee growth, the department offers meaningful opportunities to engage with the community and contribute to impactful reparations initiatives, all within a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises self-determination and respect for Aboriginal voices.
Contact Details:
Department of Justice and Community Safety VIC Recruitment Team
