Job Description
Overview
Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $79,122 - $96,073
Grade: VPS 3
Occupation: Governance and risk management
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: 9531
About the Role
The role is fixed term fulltime for 5 months.
The Roadwork Permits Officer is responsible for processing of requests to access the road network (Memorandum of Authorisation (MOA) applications), including assessments within the predefine timeframes and standards, considering the planned events scheduled within the transport network and impact of individual and cumulative requests of road access. This role is required to provide advice and work collaboratively with a broad range of stakeholders, including transport operators, project agencies, government departments and a varied range of functional divisions in the analyse the impact of planned disruption events.
In this role you will:
Exercise professional judgement to provide traffic and transport management advice to stakeholders, keeping within established traffic engineering practice, regulations, policies and procedures.
Assess the impact of planned disruptions and recommended actions to mitigate those impacts.
Develop and prepared the necessary paperwork and regulatory requirements associated with the roadwork permit approval process.
Exercise independent judgement to provide timely responses to customer enquiries and roadwork permit applications.
Establish and maintained strong working relationships with relevant stakeholders to achieve business outcomes.
Key Selection Criteria
The successful candidate will demonstrate foundational skills in critical thinking and problem solving, applying policy and process guidelines to resolve issues effectively. They will be capable of delivering projects by executing tasks in line with Traffic Management Plans and relevant legislation, ensuring work is completed accurately and safely.
They will also work collaboratively, cooperating with team members to achieve shared goals, while communicating clearly by organizing information logically. Additionally, they will show foundational stakeholder management skills by understanding customer requirements and ensuring their work aligns with and addresses these needs.
To access the Position Description, please click Roadwork Permits Officer 9531
Qualifications and Experience
Appropriate tertiary qualifications in Civil/Transport engineering or relevant experience (Desired).
Other position-specific requirements
May involve evening or weekend work including occasional overnight travel
You may be required to undertake a medical and other safety compliance requirement.
Cultural Values
We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds representing the community that we serve, including veterans, parents, carers, First Peoples, people with disability, multicultural, multifaith and LGBTIQA+ individuals.
As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture. Through shared actions and behaviours aligned with our strategy and direction, we empower our people to thrive and meaningfully contribute to the department’s goals.
What we offer
Working at the Department of Transport and Planning provides people with the opportunity to contribute to creating thriving places and connected communities for all Victorians.
For further details please refer to Careers at the Department of Transport and Planning.
Pre-employment checks and employment conditions
All new appointments to the department will be subject to a National Criminal Records Check, Misconduct Screening, and a Qualification Check where there is a requirement for a mandatory qualification. Information provided to the Department of Transport and Planning will be treated in the strictest confidence consistent with the requirements of the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position.
Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.
Non-VPS applicants will be subject to a probation period of six months.
How to apply
Click the ‘Apply’ button to be redirected to our recruitment platform, where you may need to create an account to submit your application.
Applications close at 11.59pm on Sunday, 15 February 2025.
If you encounter any issues, refer to our Quick Reference Guide for step-by-step instructions.
Please include both your resume and a cover letter. All applications must be submitted via the online portal, we’re unable to accept email or manual submissions.
For more information, contact Lekshmi P Dilipkumar, Team Leader Roadwork Permits via email Lekshmi.Dilipkumar@transport.vic.gov.au@transport.vic.gov.au
Important Information:
If you require any adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process or need the advert or attachments in an accessible format (e.g., large print), please contact us by phone or email. We're here to support you.
Applications close Sunday 15 February 2026 at 11.59pm
Posted
4 February 2026
Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $79,122 - $96,073
Grade: VPS 3
Occupation: Governance and risk management
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: 9531
About the Role
The role is fixed term fulltime for 5 months.
The Roadwork Permits Officer is responsible for processing of requests to access the road network (Memorandum of Authorisation (MOA) applications), including assessments within the predefine timeframes and standards, considering the planned events scheduled within the transport network and impact of individual and cumulative requests of road access. This role is required to provide advice and work collaboratively with a broad range of stakeholders, including transport operators, project agencies, government departments and a varied range of functional divisions in the analyse the impact of planned disruption events.
In this role you will:
Exercise professional judgement to provide traffic and transport management advice to stakeholders, keeping within established traffic engineering practice, regulations, policies and procedures.
Assess the impact of planned disruptions and recommended actions to mitigate those impacts.
Develop and prepared the necessary paperwork and regulatory requirements associated with the roadwork permit approval process.
Exercise independent judgement to provide timely responses to customer enquiries and roadwork permit applications.
Establish and maintained strong working relationships with relevant stakeholders to achieve business outcomes.
Key Selection Criteria
The successful candidate will demonstrate foundational skills in critical thinking and problem solving, applying policy and process guidelines to resolve issues effectively. They will be capable of delivering projects by executing tasks in line with Traffic Management Plans and relevant legislation, ensuring work is completed accurately and safely.
They will also work collaboratively, cooperating with team members to achieve shared goals, while communicating clearly by organizing information logically. Additionally, they will show foundational stakeholder management skills by understanding customer requirements and ensuring their work aligns with and addresses these needs.
To access the Position Description, please click Roadwork Permits Officer 9531
Qualifications and Experience
Appropriate tertiary qualifications in Civil/Transport engineering or relevant experience (Desired).
Other position-specific requirements
May involve evening or weekend work including occasional overnight travel
You may be required to undertake a medical and other safety compliance requirement.
Cultural Values
We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds representing the community that we serve, including veterans, parents, carers, First Peoples, people with disability, multicultural, multifaith and LGBTIQA+ individuals.
As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture. Through shared actions and behaviours aligned with our strategy and direction, we empower our people to thrive and meaningfully contribute to the department’s goals.
What we offer
Working at the Department of Transport and Planning provides people with the opportunity to contribute to creating thriving places and connected communities for all Victorians.
For further details please refer to Careers at the Department of Transport and Planning.
Pre-employment checks and employment conditions
All new appointments to the department will be subject to a National Criminal Records Check, Misconduct Screening, and a Qualification Check where there is a requirement for a mandatory qualification. Information provided to the Department of Transport and Planning will be treated in the strictest confidence consistent with the requirements of the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position.
Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.
Non-VPS applicants will be subject to a probation period of six months.
How to apply
Click the ‘Apply’ button to be redirected to our recruitment platform, where you may need to create an account to submit your application.
Applications close at 11.59pm on Sunday, 15 February 2025.
If you encounter any issues, refer to our Quick Reference Guide for step-by-step instructions.
Please include both your resume and a cover letter. All applications must be submitted via the online portal, we’re unable to accept email or manual submissions.
For more information, contact Lekshmi P Dilipkumar, Team Leader Roadwork Permits via email Lekshmi.Dilipkumar@transport.vic.gov.au@transport.vic.gov.au
Important Information:
If you require any adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process or need the advert or attachments in an accessible format (e.g., large print), please contact us by phone or email. We're here to support you.
Applications close Sunday 15 February 2026 at 11.59pm
Posted
4 February 2026
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Roadwork Permits Officer position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Melbourne offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
