Manager Design

About Us

VicTrack is the custodial owner of Victoria’s rail transport land, assets and infrastructure. We work to protect and grow the value of the portfolio, to support a thriving transport system and make travel and living better for all Victorians. With much of our asset portfolio dedicated to rail transport – our land, infrastructure, trams, trains and telecommunication networks – our focus is on strategic asset management and supporting the delivery of better transport solutions.

When you join VicTrack, you'll become part of an organisation that celebrates the diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences of our people. We are committed to fostering a workplace that mirrors the diverse communities we serve. Everyone is welcome to apply for a role at VicTrack and we encourage open discussions about any adjustments you might need during the recruitment process or within the role. If you have a disability or specific access requirements, please let us know how we can offer you additional support.

Benefits

• Flexible work environment | hybrid work – 2 x days in office, 3 x days WFH
• Stable work environment - Victorian Government state-owned enterprise
• 16 weeks paid parental leave (36 unpaid)
• Comprehensive health & wellness programs
• Free access to on-site gym and end of trip facilities
• Training and development opportunities to help you grow and develop your career

The challenges of our fast-growing sector put our people at the front of some of Victoria’s most exciting projects in telecommunications, property development and project delivery – with job opportunities as diverse as our organisation.

The Role

The Manager Design is primarily responsible for the timely delivery of all telecommunications designs for VicTrack projects. This position will be responsible for the strategic development and ongoing support of VicTrack’s physical and logical infrastructure, supporting service and network infrastructure delivery on all VicTrack’s technologies.

This position is an authoritative source for strategic technical advice and expertise which influences the decisions made on the physical infrastructure for the telecommunications network. This position has 6 direct reports and leads a larger team of 30.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage, coach and develop staff within the Design team to build the required capabilities to deliver the Telecommunications Business Plan, including performance appraisals, and development and management activities
• Manage the end-to-end design solutions for customer and VicTrack projects on various technologies including but not limited to IP networking, SDH/PDH, mobile transport (4G/5G), WDM and Unified Communications
• Identify and implement efficiencies and automations in design process and systems to improve design completion times
• Ensure first time right approach to design process and output
• Manage, develop and implement all aspects of telecommunications infrastructure design including planning, requirements capture, design, design reviews, construction, commissioning and testing, and handover of delivered infrastructure to meet VicTrack’s strategic plan for the longevity of its telecommunications assets
• Manage the Presales and service request functions to ensure all workflows are resolved and root cause analysis completed in a timely and cost-effective manner
• Lead the project management of design activities, including escalation and resources as required, ensuring works are completed in accordance with the Telecommunications Engineering Management Framework within specified scope and timeframes
• Provide expert technical advice to equipment manufacturers and vendors, private operators, public telecommunications carriers and industry bodies to ensure the Engineering Management Framework is adhered to for the completion turnkey designs or type approvals
• Undertake special projects or tasks within the Telecommunications Group or VicTrack as directed by the Group Manager Delivery or the Executive General Manager Telecommunications

Qualifications:

• Tertiary qualifications in Telecommunications or Electrical Engineering (mandatory)
• Member of Engineering Australia (highly desirable)
• Rail Safety Workers Card or the ability to obtain (mandatory)
• Current driver’s licence (highly desirable)
• ITIL V3 Certification (highly desirable)
• Diploma of Project Management (highly desirable)

Knowledge & Experience:

• Proven experience in a telecommunications environment with extensive experience in infrastructure design within a systems engineering environment
• Extensive technical expertise and knowledge of voice/data communications and fibre optic and copper technologies
• Experience and general knowledge in telecommunications related civil, networks, electrical engineering, engineering data management and GIS
• Demonstrated experience leading and managing a large multi-disciplinary technical team
• Ability to keep abreast with, and embrace technological developments
• Knowledge of rail safe working requirements and other related legislation
• Project Management experience and experience working in ITIL based organisations

To Apply

***PLEASE ONLY SUBMIT YOUR RESUME AND/OR COVER LETTER IN PDF FORMAT

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity with us, please click apply and submit your resume in PDF format only. All applications are strictly confidential.

We are proud to be recognized by WORK180 as an employer of choice for women. Explore the WORK180 website to learn about our benefits and policies. Research shows that 60% of women and underrepresented groups may decide not to proceed, even after drafting an application. We believe diversity strengthens every team, so even if you don't meet every qualification, we still encourage you to apply!

Offer of employment is strictly subject to successful background (pre-employment screening) and criminal history check. VicTrack is an equal opportunity and human rights employer.

Closing Date: 31/08/2025

***PLEASE ONLY SUBMIT YOUR RESUME AND/OR COVER LETTER IN PDF FORMAT