Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager

• Fixed-term contract until June 25th, 2027
• Collaborative and hybrid working environment
• High profile, innovative technology projects

V/Line’s purpose is to connect Victorians through safe, reliable, and accessible transport. We believe in giving all Victorians opportunities through travel and transport – connecting them to jobs, education, family and friends, services, tourism and trade.

V/Line is experiencing significant growth and we’re delivering more services, more trains, cheaper fares, and huge projects. With more than 3700 weekly train and coach services, an expansive freight network and unprecedented rail investment, millions of Victorians depend on us to deliver. You could be one of our 3100 committed team members who are up to the challenge.

About the role

Our new Senior Project Manager will be responsible for the management of various medium – large technology projects, with a focus on IT applications and software development. These technology projects will range from moderate to high in complexity, utilising a hybrid of both agile and waterfall methodologies.

Key Accountabilities include:

• Translate business needs into a clear, measurable project aligned with the broader business strategy.
• Define project scope, approach, and plan to ensure effective delivery of outcomes and benefits, addressing all standards and quality needs.
• Lead a cross-functional project team, ensuring the right capability and capacity, fostering a high-performance team culture, and addressing impediments.
• Manage project financials, schedule, risks, and issues proactively, identifying and resolving potential barriers early.
• Identify and manage stakeholders to ensure their active involvement and commitment throughout the project.
• Ensure robust quality management and technical assurance in line with V/Line’s Enterprise Project Management Framework and relevant standards.
• Provide clear, consistent project progress and status updates through targeted and timely communications, including regular status reports.

About you

To be considered for this role, applicants must meet the following key selection criteria within their application, as this forms part of our merit-based recruitment process:

• Must have 8+ years’ experience successfully managing medium – large scale software projects, exclusively on the business side (not vendor)
• Proven ability to communicate and effectively build relationships with internal and external stakeholders, from junior up to Executive/Director level
• Demonstrated experience successfully conducting presentations and presenting project reports to Executive/Director level leadership
• Relevant project management certifications (desirable)
• Tertiary qualifications in project management or related field (desirable)

Salary for this position is commensurate to the successful candidate’s aligned skills and experience to the position.

Why V/Line

In addition to free myki travel, we offer:

• Community impact – Make a genuine difference. Work in a role that connects Victorians, every day.
• Huge potential – We’re transforming, and you can too. Be a change maker, recognised for your contribution and creativity.
• Dynamic environment – V/Line operates in a constantly changing space. Join a fast-paced and exciting organisation.
• Collaborative team – You’ll be part of a broader supportive team. Surround yourself with talented, passionate peers.
• Flexible working – We support flexible working. Work in a way that supports you to thrive in your role.

We are committed to ensuring a comfortable and accessible recruitment experience. If you need any adjustments or have specific accessibility requirements at any stage of the process, please contact our Talent team at [email protected] or 1800 800 007 for confidential support.

As an equal opportunity employer, V/Line is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace and network that reflects the communities we serve. We accept and value the contributions of all our employees regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, age or disability. We are also proud to be endorsed by Work 180 as a great place for women to work, second year in a row.

V/Line are proud to be a part of the Department of Transport \& Planning's Yani Bangal Transport and Planning Portfolio First Peoples Careers Strategy 2023-2028. We take this opportunity to welcome and encourage applications from First Peoples.

At V/Line, safety is our priority. Successful applicants will undergo relevant pre-employment and medical checks to meet our safe working standards. V/Line is also a proud Child Safe employer.