Industry & Stakeholder Engagement Lead

About this role

About Us

We create thriving places and connected communities. We plan, build and maintain Victoria’s transport, planning and land services. We are committed to a safe, inclusive and high-performing workplace.

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace where our people can thrive and do meaningful work.

About the role

The Industry & Stakeholder Engagement Lead is responsible for developing and leading the stakeholder engagement function within the Registration and Licensing Management division. The role designs engagement strategies, frameworks and plans that strengthen relationships with industry, government agencies, regulated entities and other stakeholders, ensuring engagement activities align with divisional priorities and departmental objectives.

Working closely with senior leaders, project teams and stakeholders, the role provides strategic advice, oversees communications and engagement activities, and identifies emerging risks, issues and opportunities. It supports informed decision-making through stakeholder insights, maintains effective engagement records and processes, and drives continuous improvement to ensure engagement practices are scalable, consistent and effective.

What we’re looking for (Selection Criteria)

You’re someone who:

• Builds and manages strong stakeholder relationships, navigating complex and competing priorities to achieve positive outcomes and resolve issues effectively.

• Thinks strategically, translating long-term objectives into practical plans and actions while considering broader organisational and system-wide impacts.

• Communicates with confidence and credibility, delivering clear, consistent messages and handling complex or sensitive discussions effectively.

• Influences and engages stakeholders to build support, drive collaboration and achieve shared outcomes across diverse groups.

• Adapts quickly to changing priorities and works effectively across teams, organisations and stakeholder groups to deliver results.

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Qualifications and experience

You’ll bring:

• Strong technical expertise in Microsoft SharePoint and enterprise systems and tools (mandatory).

• Experience leveraging enterprise platforms to support stakeholder engagement, communication, governance and business operations.

• The ability to use technology-enabled solutions to improve efficiency, maintain accurate information and support informed decision-making.

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions

Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will be required.

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.

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 Friday, 21st August 2026.

Please include both your resume and a cover letter addressing how your experience addresses each of the key selection criteria for the role. All applications must be submitted via the online portal, we’re unable to accept email or manual submissions.

For further information about the role, please contact Gavin Dixon, Senior Manager – Strategy, Governance & Stakeholder Engagement at [email protected] .

Redeployees

If you are a VPS redeployee, please state this in your cover letter and include your case manager’s contact details. This helps ensure your redeployment status is appropriately considered. For more information on redeployment, visit the Victorian Government policy.

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