Strategic Project Lead P&C

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

• 17.5% leave loading
• Flexible work environment | hybrid work – 2 x days in office, 3 x days WFH
• Stable work environment - Victorian Government state-owned enterprise
• 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 Strategic Project Lead will play a pivotal role within the P&C function, providing high level strategic and operational support to the GM P&C as well as working across the broader P&C team to ensure the timely delivery of key initiatives. The role is initially responsible for driving day-to-day project activities, monitoring delivery and ensuring clear communication to all stakeholders. The role will provide guidance and support to the wider P&C team to identify issues, remove obstacles that may hinder project process and implement solutions.

The Strategic Project Lead role will additionally have a future focus on leading Transformation specific strategies and priorities for and with P&C. The role will be a key contributor to organisational priorities by applying strong strategic thinking to help bring to life transformation activities through cross-collaboration within and beyond the P&C team.

The role will act as a central driver for all key P&C priorities as the team leads the organisation through key moments of change, shifting as required from BAU and day to day activities, to strategic and long-term planning on organisational priorities, ensuring momentum equally as required.

Please note, this is a 12-month fixed term position.

Key Responsibilities:

Compliance Activities / Projects –

• Lead the coordination and delivery of mandatory P&C compliance activities, cyclical and ad hoc, ensuring all outcomes meet required business need, quality standards, and align with strategic objectives
• Engage with and coordinate inputs from the broader P&C team and other key stakeholders, ensuring alignment, clear ownership of responsibilities and an efficient workflow across all stages of the work from commencement to delivery and embedding all aspects
• Develop detailed project plans including comms to all necessary stakeholders to oversee the management of change, with consideration of all P&C governance requirements ensuring risks are controlled and mitigated
• Provide advice to the GM P&C on the status of key activities and projects, including progress against milestones, risks, bottlenecks recommended mitigation strategies and escalation points

P&C Team –

• Model strategic thinking and delivery excellence, setting a consistent standard for high quality project execution across the P&C function
• Support business planning across the P&C group, helping define priorities, align work programs and ensure coherence with the broader organisational strategy
• Analyse current P&C metrics and dashboards for effectiveness and provide strategic insights on future needs both within the team and for Business Leaders to enable the most effective management of the workforce
• Partner with P&C Leadership Team members to provide advice, guidance and strategic input on matters that will improve the execution and delivery of P&C services, the overall long-term effectiveness of the P&C function and support organisational efficiency

Transformation –

• Work collaboratively with the Transformation Program Office, to provide insights and recommendations to help shape VicTrack’s cultural transformation initiatives
• Provide strategic inputs into proposed or actual key P&C deliverables linked to organisational transformation activities
• Support the successful delivery of the cultural transformation project, ensuring all milestones, timelines and deliverables are achieved once the project scope and plans are defined

Qualifications:

• A tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Business Management, or related discipline (essential)

Knowledge & Experience:

• Extensive knowledge of contemporary and emerging HR practices, policies, and frameworks, with a strong understanding of Victorian Government policies and procedures is preferred
• Proven success in leading organisational and cultural change in dynamic, multistakeholder environments
• Proven generalist Human Resources experience ideally within a multifunctional complex organisation
• Experience in working in a diverse, cross-functional HR team, including the partnering with senior people leaders across multiple disciplines such as HR Operations, Business Partnering, and Talent Acquisition
• Exceptional communication and networking skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders and influence outcomes across the executive leadership team

To Apply

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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: 04/03/2026

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