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Location: Melbourne CBD
Job type: Full time
Organisation: Department of Government Services
Salary: $+5,102 - $107,+05
Occupation: Projects
Reference: VG/181454+Z
The Victorian Government is taking action to transition to net zero emissions by 2050, and this includes a suite of initiatives to encourage the transition of the government fleet to zero emissions vehicles (ZEVs). This position presents an exciting opportunity to support the Project & Contract Manager and Senior Project Manager to coordinate VicFleet ZEV transition activities to contribute to an increase in the uptake of ZEVs in the government fleet to achieve the Government agenda to move towards zero emissions. The occupant of this position will coordinate the defect liability period for Electrical Vehicle Charging Infrastructure other VicFleet ZEV transition project priorities.The role will include supporting the coordination of multiple stakeholders and parties, both internal and external to government.
About us
The Department of Government Services (DGS) was established on 1 January 2026 to improve everyone's experience of doing business and interacting with the Victorian government. We bring important day-to-day services together in one department to make things easy and seamless for Victorians and businesses. We are doing this by connecting and digitising our systems and platforms across state and local government as well as streamlining our corporate and procurement services.
About the role
The Victorian Government is taking action to transition to net zero emissions by 2050, and this includes a suite of initiatives to encourage the transition of the government fleet to zero emissions vehicles (ZEVs).
This position presents an exciting opportunity to support the Project & Contract Manager and Senior Project Manager to coordinate VicFleet ZEV transition activities to contribute to an increase in the uptake of ZEVs in the government fleet to achieve the Government agenda to move towards zero emissions.
The occupant of this position will coordinate the defect liability period for Electrical Vehicle Charging Infrastructure other VicFleet ZEV transition project priorities.The role will include supporting the coordination of multiple stakeholders and parties, both internal and external to government.
The position will enable the occupant to display their broad range of skills in project management, outcomes delivery, well developed negotiation skills and interpersonal skills, and will be a great way to further develop project management skills in a broad stakeholder environment.
About you
To be considered for the role, you must be able to demonstrate:
Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team, cooperating and working well with others to provide high quality work under pressure and to short deadlines.
Demonstrated successful experience in supporting the development and delivery management of multiple projects with tight deadlines with attention to detail.
Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to develop effective working relationships with managers, colleagues and site-based Government and industry stakeholders.
Excellent interpersonal skills, including a demonstrated ability to effective relationships and work productively with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
Well-developed writen and verbal communication skills, including ability to prepare high quality correspondence, reports, and briefs.
Key accountabilities
Support the Senior Project Manager with ZEV transition projects, including telematics pilot project and finalising the ZEV charging infrastructure defect and liability period for all project sites.
Proactively support the identification and development of scope issues as required to deliver projects on time and on budget, obtain approvals as required for scope, resources, and cost variations.
Support the development and implementation of practical strategies to influence stakeholders at a collective and individual level and work proactively and effectively in a team environment.
Develop and maintain constructive relationships with external service providers, external contractors, building owners / managers and other key stakeholders to achieve effective program delivery outcomes.
Mandatory requirements
Appropriate tertiary qualification in a related discipline, and or significant experience in a similar role will be highly regarded.
For specific responsibilities please review the attached position description.
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
How to apply
Apply before the advertised closing date 11:5+pm on Wednesday 11th September 2026. All applications should include:
a resume; and
a cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria (within three pages)
In accordance with the Jobs and Skills Exchange Policy, Victorian Public Service employees are required to apply via the JSE for primary consideration access.
Other relevant information
The department is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its employees and clients and consistent with the department's obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (OH&S Act), to support this DGS has a COVID-1+ Vaccination policy which strongly recommends all DGS employees be fully vaccinated.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete a Pre-employment Declaration and Consent Form. Employment of successful candidates will be subject to a National Police Check.
DGS actively promotes diversity, inclusion and an equal opportunity workplace. We welcome applicants from all diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. All roles at DGS can be worked flexibly, however it may differ from role to role.
Job type: Full time
Organisation: Department of Government Services
Salary: $+5,102 - $107,+05
Occupation: Projects
Reference: VG/181454+Z
The Victorian Government is taking action to transition to net zero emissions by 2050, and this includes a suite of initiatives to encourage the transition of the government fleet to zero emissions vehicles (ZEVs). This position presents an exciting opportunity to support the Project & Contract Manager and Senior Project Manager to coordinate VicFleet ZEV transition activities to contribute to an increase in the uptake of ZEVs in the government fleet to achieve the Government agenda to move towards zero emissions. The occupant of this position will coordinate the defect liability period for Electrical Vehicle Charging Infrastructure other VicFleet ZEV transition project priorities.The role will include supporting the coordination of multiple stakeholders and parties, both internal and external to government.
About us
The Department of Government Services (DGS) was established on 1 January 2026 to improve everyone's experience of doing business and interacting with the Victorian government. We bring important day-to-day services together in one department to make things easy and seamless for Victorians and businesses. We are doing this by connecting and digitising our systems and platforms across state and local government as well as streamlining our corporate and procurement services.
About the role
The Victorian Government is taking action to transition to net zero emissions by 2050, and this includes a suite of initiatives to encourage the transition of the government fleet to zero emissions vehicles (ZEVs).
This position presents an exciting opportunity to support the Project & Contract Manager and Senior Project Manager to coordinate VicFleet ZEV transition activities to contribute to an increase in the uptake of ZEVs in the government fleet to achieve the Government agenda to move towards zero emissions.
The occupant of this position will coordinate the defect liability period for Electrical Vehicle Charging Infrastructure other VicFleet ZEV transition project priorities.The role will include supporting the coordination of multiple stakeholders and parties, both internal and external to government.
The position will enable the occupant to display their broad range of skills in project management, outcomes delivery, well developed negotiation skills and interpersonal skills, and will be a great way to further develop project management skills in a broad stakeholder environment.
About you
To be considered for the role, you must be able to demonstrate:
Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team, cooperating and working well with others to provide high quality work under pressure and to short deadlines.
Demonstrated successful experience in supporting the development and delivery management of multiple projects with tight deadlines with attention to detail.
Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to develop effective working relationships with managers, colleagues and site-based Government and industry stakeholders.
Excellent interpersonal skills, including a demonstrated ability to effective relationships and work productively with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
Well-developed writen and verbal communication skills, including ability to prepare high quality correspondence, reports, and briefs.
Key accountabilities
Support the Senior Project Manager with ZEV transition projects, including telematics pilot project and finalising the ZEV charging infrastructure defect and liability period for all project sites.
Proactively support the identification and development of scope issues as required to deliver projects on time and on budget, obtain approvals as required for scope, resources, and cost variations.
Support the development and implementation of practical strategies to influence stakeholders at a collective and individual level and work proactively and effectively in a team environment.
Develop and maintain constructive relationships with external service providers, external contractors, building owners / managers and other key stakeholders to achieve effective program delivery outcomes.
Mandatory requirements
Appropriate tertiary qualification in a related discipline, and or significant experience in a similar role will be highly regarded.
For specific responsibilities please review the attached position description.
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
How to apply
Apply before the advertised closing date 11:5+pm on Wednesday 11th September 2026. All applications should include:
a resume; and
a cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria (within three pages)
In accordance with the Jobs and Skills Exchange Policy, Victorian Public Service employees are required to apply via the JSE for primary consideration access.
Other relevant information
The department is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its employees and clients and consistent with the department's obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (OH&S Act), to support this DGS has a COVID-1+ Vaccination policy which strongly recommends all DGS employees be fully vaccinated.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete a Pre-employment Declaration and Consent Form. Employment of successful candidates will be subject to a National Police Check.
DGS actively promotes diversity, inclusion and an equal opportunity workplace. We welcome applicants from all diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. All roles at DGS can be worked flexibly, however it may differ from role to role.
