Employment Pathways Advisor in Melbourne

Department of Transport & Planning Victoria – Melbourne VIC

We create thriving places and connected communities. We plan, build and maintain Victoria’s transport, planning and land services. We’re committed to creating a safe, inclusive and high-performing workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive and do meaningful work.

About the role

This is a Fixed Term opportunity until 16th October 2027. The Employment Pathways Advisor supports the delivery and improvement of the Department’s graduate, intern and trainee programs. The role coordinates recruitment from advertising through to onboarding, supports program events and engagement activities, and provides administrative and reporting support.

Working closely with candidates, participants, hiring managers, educational institutions and internal teams, the Advisor builds positive relationships and helps create a smooth and engaging experience for everyone involved. Success in this role helps attract future talent, strengthen employment pathways and deliver effective programs that meet the Department’s workforce needs.

What we’re looking for

• You’re someone who builds positive working relationships and collaborates with others to achieve shared goals.
• Communicates clearly and provides helpful, responsive support to candidates, participants and stakeholders.
• Stays organised, manages competing priorities and delivers tasks on time.
• Understands how employment pathway programs help meet the Department’s current and future workforce needs.
• Adapts to changing priorities, embraces new ideas and looks for ways to improve processes and experiences.

Qualifications and experience

You’ll bring:

• Demonstrated experience delivering end-to-end bulk recruitment.
• Experience managing early career programs within a large or complex organisation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of stakeholders.
• Strong capability using Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams and SharePoint.
• Experience using SuccessFactors.

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions

Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will be required. Applicants must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or hold a valid visa or work permit that allows them to undertake the position. Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.

For further information about the role, contact Heidi Chu - Team Lead, Employment Pathways at *********@transport.vic.gov.au.

If you are a VPS redeployee, please state this in your cover letter and include your case manager’s contact details so your redeployment status can be appropriately considered.