Strategic Program Officer - Roading

The Strategic Program Officer is a key position in the Major Capital Works and Roading unit. This role supports the Department in acquitting its statutory obligations as a road manager by contributing to road management planning, compliance and coordination activities.

This role applies sound knowledge of road management frameworks and processes to support compliance, risk management and safe utilisation of roads. Working collaboratively with internal teams, delivery partners and external stakeholders, the Strategic Program Officer assists in ensuring road management requirements are clearly understood, consistently applied and appropriately considered throughout planning, delivery and maintenance activities.

The role will support the team with analysis, documentation and stakeholder liaison to support the effective implementation of road management legislation, policies and standards across capital projects and operational activities.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• A degree or diploma in civil engineering or a related field are highly desirable, with extensive experience in managing road infrastructure projects, including construction, maintenance, and capital works.
• Experience in road management, with proficiency in understanding and ensuring adherence to statutory requirements..

This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is flexible within Victoria with hybrid work arrangements available.

To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter addressing the key selection criteria summarising their skills and relevant experience.

Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the Position Description, including the mandatory requirements.

How to Apply:

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Applications close 11.59pm on Wednesday, 9 September 2026.

All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We are unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.

Other relevant information:

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

An inclusive, culturally safe and flexible workplace

DEECA fosters an inclusive workplace culture and is committed to a fair, accessible, and equitable recruitment process.

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander people to apply.  We recognise the strengths, knowledge and perspectives First Nations people bring and DEECA is committed to a culturally safe and respectful workplace.  If you need support to participate, please contact aboriginal.employment@deeca.vic.gov.au.

We support flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work, varied hours, part-time work and job sharing.  For more information about our recruitment processes, visit applying for a role with us.