Associate Director Scoping and Development (STS7) Job posted: 24/05/2024 Organisation: Department of Transport and Planning Occupation: Construction Reference: 4159 About the Role The Associate Director of Scoping and Development, a key member of the leadership and governance team within Regional Transport, leads the program that develops fully scoped projects aligned with regional transport plans. This role emphasises environmental sustainability, compliance, and climate change adaptation for the region. Additionally, the Associate Director leads a multi-disciplinary team, proactively managing risks associated with development on and around the transport network. Strategic Development – Developed an integrated and fully developed program of transport projects that aligns with the strategic goals for the region including environmental impacts and risks. The program has been developed after extensive stakeholder consultation and endorsement from governance. Program Delivery – Has delivered a program of fully developed (scoped, realistic, deliverable, costed) transport projects in accordance with the DTP project lifecycle framework and CAMMS project management gateways. Stakeholder Engagement – Effectively engaged with internal and external stakeholders using formal frameworks to ensure projects have been planned and managed to achieve technical requirements, community and Victorian Government outcomes. Environment – Developed and implemented a sustainability and environmental strategy and action plan that has clearly identified opportunities and risks for DTP. Implemented a monitoring and reporting management system to ensure ongoing management of opportunities and risks. Risk Management – Risks arising from works conducted by third parties (private and public developers, utility providers etc) across the Region's transport network have been identified and appropriately managed in accordance with the DTP Risk Framework. Effective People Leadership – Has provided effective leadership, people management and support to their team, and is a valued, trusted member of the executive and governance team in the region. Promotes and supports safe, inclusive and flexible team operations. Key Selection Criteria An ideal candidate excels in Innovation and Continuous Improvement, fostering a culture where quality is integral to service and solution delivery, sharing expertise, establishing metrics to evaluate work effectiveness, and encouraging innovative approaches to exceed stakeholder expectations. In Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, they consider a wide range of topics and work across government to develop sustainable solutions. As a Project Delivery leader, they are a thought leader who considers historical, political, and broader contexts, engaging senior stakeholders and balancing the needs of clients, the team, and the organisation. Their Political and Organisational Context acumen helps predict and prepare for external impacts, driving a values-based organisation. In Managing People, they exemplify ethical leadership, foster a high-performance culture, champion engagement, and provide thought leadership on people management. Qualifications and Experience Registration as a Professional Engineer with the Business Licensing Authority What we offer Meaningful work making Victorian communities more accessible and liveable Professional growth and development opportunities across the department and the wider Victorian Public Services A hybrid working model focused on collaboration and teamwork Optimal work-life balance initiatives including flexible working arrangements Opportunity to work across multiple urban and suburban hubs We prioritise the development of a safe and inclusive culture Culture Value We are an equal opportunity employer, embracing a diverse range of applicants such as veterans, and people who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA community members, individuals with disabilities and/or health conditions, as well as those from varied faith and cultural backgrounds. At our department, we prioritize the development of a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture through shared actions and behaviours that align with our strategy and direction. This empowers our employees to effectively contribute to our goals. How to Apply Click the ' Apply ' button and follow the prompts. Applications should include a resume and a cover letter. Applications close 11.59pm on 9th June 2024 . For further information about the role please contact Dale Ashby – Director Regional Operations – Development via mobile 0438 427 957 Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Transport and Planning will be treated in the strictest confidence. 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