OVERVIEW

Work type: Full time
Salary: $134,593 - $180,115
Grade: VPSG6
Occupation: Projects
Location: CBD
Reference: VG/5771
At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we’re looking for people who want to make a difference. People who take pride in their work. People who get things done. People who are committed to making Victoria a safer place.
We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We’re all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our department, we’d love to hear from you.
The department is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognises that children’s rights need to be respected, their views welcomed and valued, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.
For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers

We’re proud of the important work we do across Victoria. Want to be part of it?

• Lead a program of work to develop, procure and implement the new Justice Transport Services Contract.
• Full time, fixed term opportunity to work with a high-performing and passionate team in the Victorian Public Service.
• VPS Grade 6: $134,593 - $180,115 plus superannuation.

The Department of Justice and Community Safety is seeking a Project Director to provide a critical role within Corrections Victoria.

QUALIFICATIONS

• An appropriate qualification is highly desirable.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The role of the Project Director is to coordinate the scoping and implementation of a future solution for the Justice Transport Service (JTS), develop business case and lead a future service delivery model in consultation with key stakeholders to provide best value for money through innovation, flexibility and responsiveness to the needs of the stakeholders. Person in custody wellbeing, security and industry best practice are central project goals.

As the Project Director, Justice Transport Services Project, some of your duties will include:

• Representing DJCS on relevant steering committees, project control groups and working groups to advise and provide strategic advice on issues, implications, and project scope.
• Reporting on JTS progress and tasks, identify and communicate risks and issues as they arise and work collaboratively to mitigate or resolve them respectively.
• Leading and supporting a multidisciplinary team of project managers and technical experts, providing management, expert advice and guidance to project team members.

To learn more about this role before applying, please read the attached position description.

The Contracts and Infrastructure Branch are responsible for contract management, commercial oversight and advisory services, as well as the effective management and maintenance of all Corrections and Justice Services’ prison and related infrastructure. This includes:

• The management and oversight of major contracts including the three private prisons, Port Phillip Prison, Ravenhall Correctional Centre and Fulham Correctional Centre.
• Representing the Corrections and Justice Services’ interests on infrastructure and construction projects to ensure the best possible outcome for stakeholders and commercial partners.
• The development and implementation of all required systems, processes and policies to sustain this diverse asset portfolio

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Demonstrated experience in leading complex projects and delivering effective Project Management Frameworks.
• Proven experience coordinating and developing business cases including feasibility/options papers for projects.
• Strong writing, editing, and communication skills, with proficiency in technical documentation.
• Knowledge of Corrections and Justice Services functions and procedures is desirable