Organisation: Department of Transport and Planning
Occupation: Projects
Reference: 6413
About the Role Fixed term fulltime until 30 November 2027
The project team is looking for an experienced commercial professional to assist in delivering the pre-procurement and procurement stages of the project.
This role reports to the Director, MR5 Commercial.
The successful candidate will be required to autonomously lead the development of key deliverables of the commercial workstream and work closely with the broader project team (including specialist advisory consultancies) to deliver on the project objectives.
In addition, you will lead the formulation of commercial principles, leveraging specialised expertise to shape commercial positions that contribute to a robust and effective commercial framework, drive key aspects of the procurement process, ensuring the delivery of timely outcomes that align with project timelines and provide valuable commercial support throughout all stages of the procurement process.
Thought leading and authoritative advice on a range of complex commercial issuesPro-actively identify, plan for, resolve and present complex commercial and strategic issuesSuccessful application of a broad range of skills, expertise and commercial acumen to drive transaction outcomesAccountability to meet project timelinesKey Selection Criteria KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
Policy Design and Development (Leading) – Builds trusting relationships with Senior Leaders across the VPS to engender support for proposals.Business & Commercial Acumen (Leading) - Drives value for money and optimal risk allocation outcomes in a pragmatic manner.
Derives own conclusions (based on stakeholder input, advice, data and analysis) to support sound commercial advice.Influence & Persuasion (Leading) – Provides expert advice to stakeholders and is able to obtain buy-in from key clients for commercial propositions, risk allocation outcomes and strategic advice.Stakeholder Management (Leading) - Identifies and effectively manages a range of complex and often competing stakeholder needs.Qualifications and Experience Mandatory
Demonstrated experience with public transport franchising and/or service contracting including project development, tendering and contract managementProven record driving commercial outcomes and leading advice in relation to government procurement projects, preferably in public transportExperience working on major commercial projects in either public and/or private sectors, including across procurement models and experience dealing with bidders and suppliers.Relevant tertiary qualification in commerce, finance, economics, business management or related commercial disciplineWhat we offer Meaningful work making Victorian communities more accessible and liveableProfessional growth and development opportunities across the department and the wider Victorian Public ServicesA hybrid working model focused on collaboration and teamworkOptimal work-life balance initiatives including flexible working arrangementsOpportunity to work across multiple urban and suburban hubsWe prioritise the development of a safe and inclusive cultureCulture 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.
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Applications close on 7 February 2025.
Please include a resume and cover letter.
All applications must be submitted through the online portal.
We're unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.
For further information about the role please contact Lorenz Jedlicka, Director MR5 Commercial via email: ****** Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks.
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Job type: Full Time - Fixed Term
Job classification: STS7
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