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North East Link Project is helping to change the way we travel across Victoria. We are seeking a Environment and Planning delivery infrastructure expert to partner with our industry leading executive team on our $9bn primary package. Read on for further details.

• Key position delivering quality environmental outcomes for the state.
• Be a part of Victoria's ever road tunnel project.
• Flexible government employer embracing flexible ways of working.

About North East Link

The North East Link Project (NELP) is a $15.8bn infrastructure project that will connect the missing link in Melbourne's freeway network, whilst increasing the capacity of the Eastern Freeway. It will slash travel times, get trucks off local roads and link key growth areas in the north and south-east whilst creating thousands of new jobs. 

NELP is the Victorian Government entity responsible for the delivery of this mega-project. NELP has already laid out initial design concepts, engaged community leaders and are now at tendering stage with several major contractors. With completion due in 2027, things are ramping up fast at NELP.

Our values are Challenge, Collaborate and Achieve. We are a people centric organisation with a start-up feel, pushing the boundaries of best practice in Government, Project Management and Civil Engineering to create great infrastructure for Victoria.

About the opportunity

This is a rare and unique opportunity to lead the environment and planning team on the most complex package of the $16.8bn North East Link Project; the PPP road tunnel. Positioned at the heart of the PPP Delivery team as an extension of the wider NELP Land, Planning and Environment team you will provide expert guidance to the General Manager, PPP and NELP executive leadership team. You will build and lead a team of environmental and planning specialists partnering with all areas of the project to ensure an integrated approach.

As the Planning and Environment Lead, PPP you will ensure Primary Package planning and delivery processes are seamlessly managed, providing innovative solutions to meet the needs of our demanding project. You and your team will identify, assess and resolving complex environmental risks associated with the Primary Package. Key challenges will include contamination, ecology, cultural heritage, engaging landowners and complying with project approvals.

About you:

This position demands a highly experienced and well-rounded environmental leader with expert knowledge in major infrastructure delivery as well as the mechanisms behind multi-billion-dollar PPP's. This includes expert level knowledge and experience in the environmental aspects of major tunnelling project delivery spanning statutory planning, environmental and heritage approvals and associated government policy within a Victorian context. You will have highly refined executive stakeholder management skills and an appreciation for the linkages of state government.

Finally, as the leader of a team within one of the most challenging infrastructure projects in Australia's history it is important you bring the extensive people management and leadership skills needed to build and develop an engaged and high performing team.

Benefits

Our commitment to creating a workplace that inspires you, engages you and grows you is strong – we want you to be a powerful contributor to this wonderfully diverse and dynamic organisation. Our offering continues to grow but here is what we already have in store for you:

• Established wellbeing program.
• 17.5% leave loading.
• Ongoing commitment to flexible work arrangements available (including ability to purchase additional leave) that will run beyond current Covid-19 enforced remote working.
• Access to discounted public transport.

How to apply

To apply please submit a cover letter and CV via this website. There is no need to provide additional information regarding key selection criteria. Please note this position is likely to begin in a work from home capacity. All interviews will be conducted remotely.

For a confidential discussion contact Michael Frost, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner on 0422 107 871.

Applications close at 11:59pm on 2^nd December 2020.

Our advertisement is only intended for individuals interested in employment with NELP. Recruitment agencies need not contact.

We believe in inclusiveness, diversity and equality and are committed to ensuring that our workplaces are a reflection of the Victorian community. We recognise the benefits that a diverse and inclusive culture brings for our employees and in turn, encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply to our vacancies. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with a disability and others from under-represented backgrounds to apply.

The North East Link Project will deliver the missing link in Melbourne's road network that will finally complete the Metropolitan Ring Road by connecting the M80 to the Eastern Freeway to improve outer north-south links for road freight movement and improve travel time and reliability.

About North East Link

The North East Link Project is a multibillion-dollar project which will connect the missing link in Melbourne's freeway network, while increasing the capacity of the Eastern Freeway. It will slash travel times, get trucks off local roads and link key growth areas in the north and south-east.

About the Opportunity

Be part of a transformative infrastructure project for Victoria, with an exciting role in the North East Link Project's Delivery team.

As a Senior Project Engineer reporting to the Project Manager, you will be supported to provide vital contributions to various aspects of project design and development, procurement, delivery and commissioning.

Day to day, you could go from partnering with design consultants and technical advisory services to inspecting design reviews, providing design comments and providing technical solutions, as well as leading the negotiation of claims and variations with contractors and contributing to meetings with service authorities and municipal councils. You will play a key role in collaborating between the delivery team and all other project teams to ensure that the secondary package's program aligns to environmental approvals, safety management plans and remains commercially sound.

Travel and time spent at a future site office (Bulleen, Heidelberg or Watsonia) will be a requirement of this position.

About You:

You are an engineer who possesses a relevant engineering qualification and a Victorian drivers licence. 

You possess:

• Experience in providing design and delivery solutions that meet scope, time and cost obligations across road, railway or tunnelling projects from a client or contractor perspective
• The capacity to independently identify technical issues, undertake technical investigations and provide recommendations and reports detailing appropriate resolutions
• A strong understanding of occupational health & safety requirements, environmental responsibilities and commercial obligations in the context of a transport project.

Benefits

Our commitment to creating a workplace that inspires you, engages you and grows you is strong – we want you to be a powerful contributor to this wonderfully diverse and dynamic organisation. Our offering continues to grow but here is what we already have in store for you:

• Wellbeing program
• Biannual salary increases and 17.5% payment on top of your base salary when you take annual leave
• Flexible work arrangements available (including ability to purchase additional leave)
• Team benefits discount card at a variety of restaurants and cafes
• Access to discounted public transport

How to apply

Please submit a cover letter and CV via the Careers @ Vic Gov website.

Please note this position is likely to begin in a work from home capacity. All interviews will be conducted remotely. For a confidential discussion contact Jessica Symes, People and Culture Advisor via jessica.symes@northeastlink.vic.gov.au.

Applications close at 11:59pm on Sunday 13th December.

Our advertisement is only intended for individuals interested in employment with NELP. Recruitment agencies need not contact.

We believe in inclusiveness, diversity and equality and are committed to ensuring that our workplaces are a reflection of the Victorian community. We recognise the benefits that a diverse and inclusive culture brings for our employees and encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply to our vacancies. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with a disability and others from under-represented backgrounds to apply.

Rail Projects Victoria, Major Transport Infrastructure Authority (RPV), is the Victorian Government body responsible for the delivery of the Metro Tunnel Project, Regional Rail Revival, Melbourne Airport Rail, and the Western Rail Plan including fast rail between key regional cities and Melbourne. RPV, MTIA is responsible for all aspects of the projects including planning and development of the project reference design, site investigations, stakeholder engagement, planning approvals and procurement, through to construction delivery and project commissioning. Major Transport Infrastructure Authority (MTIA) comprises of Level Crossing Removal Project (LXRP), Rail Projects Victoria (RPV, MTIA), North East Link Project (NELP), West Gate Tunnel Project (WGTP) and Major Road Projects Victoria (MRPV).

About the opportunity

RPV, MTIA is seeking to engage a Principal Project Specialist - Rail Systems Lead, reporting to the Rail Systems Package Director within the Melbourne Airport Rail team. This role will be responsible for overseeing a team of rail system discipline leads and coordinating design and commercial managers to develop, procure and deliver the package. This role will work closely with the Package Director to provide effective management of the team during the development and procurement phases of the project. The role requires extensive expertise in the development and delivery of major rail infrastructure projects combined with the ability to build and maintain high-level influential relationships across a broad range of stakeholders.

About you

You will be a highly focused and driven person who is passionate about contributing to the delivery of public infrastructure, working within a high-performing project team to drive exceptional outcomes. You will be a qualified Engineer or similar discipline with experience working within large projects. You will enjoy a fast paced, performance focused workplace where you will have the opportunity to work autonomously and develop your career.

If you are looking to step up in your career, this might be just the right opportunity for you!

Why join us?

• An emphasis on work / life balance
• High-performing team environment
• Equal opportunity employer
• Personal & Professional development opportunities
• Committed to safety & wellbeing
• Training & development opportunities

How to apply

Please include a Cover Letter, CV and response to Key Selection Criteria. We want to know why you want to work for Rail Projects Victoria, why you are interested in the role, and, taking into account the Key Selection Criteria as a whole, how your skills, knowledge, experience and qualifications are applicable to the role.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Julia Grbac - HR Manager on (03) 9027 5796.

Applications close 11:59 pm - SUNDAY 13 DECEMBER 2020.

The North East Link Project will deliver the missing link in Melbourne's road network that will finally complete the Metropolitan Ring Road by connecting the M80 to the Eastern Freeway to improve outer north-south links for road freight movement and improve travel time and reliability.

About North East Link

The North East Link Project will connect the missing link in Melbourne's freeway network, while increasing the capacity of the Eastern Freeway. It will slash travel times, get trucks off local roads and link key growth areas in the north and south-east.

About the opportunity

Be part of a transformative infrastructure project for Victoria, with an exciting role in the North East Link Project's (NELP) Delivery team.

As a Project Engineer at NELP, you will be empowered to provide advice and solutions that will benefit the constructability and usability of Victoria's largest road transport project to date and play a part in improving the transport outcomes for Melbournians for decades to come.

Reporting to the Project Manager, as a Project Engineer, you will be supported to provide vital contributions to various aspects of project design and development, procurement, delivery and commissioning.

On a day to day basis, you could go from assisting Project Managers in the scoping of works, providing design comments across surfaces and structures, performing cost estimates, negotiating claims and variations with contractors and contributing to meetings with service authorities, municipal councils and special interest parties. You will play a key role between the project and community, regularly contributing to community engagement sessions and providing technical considerations and prompt responses to queries from internal project teams, plus so much more!

Travel and time spent at a future site office (Bulleen, Heidelberg or Watsonia) will be requirement of this position.

About you:

You are an engineer who possesses a relevant engineering/science qualification and a Victorian drivers licence. You are motivated to succeed in a dynamic and ever-changing environment that will provide you with the opportunity to be continually challenged and grow your career within Victoria's largest road transport project to date!

Furthermore, you possess:

• Experience in assisting project teams to meet scope, time and cost obligations across the design and construction of road, railway, tunnel projects from a client or contractor perspective
• The capacity to identify technical issues, undertake technical investigations and provide recommendations and reports detailing appropriate resolutions
• An understanding of occupational health & safety requirements, environmental responsibilities and commercial obligations in the context of a transport project.

Benefits

Our commitment to creating a workplace that inspires you, engages you and grows you is strong – we want you to be a powerful contributor to this wonderfully diverse and dynamic organisation. Our offering continues to grow but here is what we already have in store for you:

• Wellbeing program
• Biannual salary increases and 17.5% payment on top of your base salary when you take annual leave
• Flexible work arrangements available (including ability to purchase additional leave)
• Team benefits discount card at a variety of restaurants and cafes
• Access to discounted public transport

How to apply

To apply please submit a cover letter and CV via insert link

Please note this position is likely to begin in a work from home capacity. All interviews will be conducted remotely. For a confidential discussion contact Jessica Symes, People and Culture Advisor via jessica.symes@northeastlink.vic.gov.au.

Applications close at 11:59pm on Day Date Month 2020.

Our advertisement is only intended for individuals interested in employment with NELP. Recruitment agencies need not contact.

We believe in inclusiveness, diversity and equality and are committed to ensuring that our workplaces are a reflection of the Victorian community. We recognise the benefits that a diverse and inclusive culture brings for our employees and in turn, encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply to our vacancies. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with a disability and others from under-represented backgrounds to apply.

Contracts don't come much bigger than for the largest infrastructure project in Victoria's history. Our team continues to grow to support the needs of this iconic project and are looking to welcome a passionate, accountable and relationship focussed Contract Manager to partner with our project teams, find solutions and achieve individual, team and organisational success.

• $15.8bn infrastructure project boosting the Victorian economy
• Support the commercial and contractual management of major NELP contracts
• Fixed term 3 years

About the opportunity

The NEL project just keeps on trucking. We are looking for a willing, driven and proactive Contract Manager to join us as we move ahead with Victoria's iconic road project. Whilst infrastructure industry knowledge or experience would be beneficial, more importantly, someone who sees problems as opportunities and is persistent and collaborative, will achieve results and satisfaction in this role.

Capitalizing on your experience from a similar commercial role, you are someone who;

• seeks out high pressure environments and tight timelines without compromising on the quality or integrity of your work,
• is highly adept at forging and strengthening stakeholder relationships to elicit, clarify and translate technical or complex information and;
• is confident, collaborative and commercially minded in making recommendations for continuous improvement, business efficiencies or opportunities to enhance the commercial state of the North East Link Project.

Overseeing all contract administration functions and compliance activities including the development of documentation and briefs, this role offers you broad scope to engage with private and public technical teams. You will also support senior Commercial team members in the preparation for key contract negotiations, advise on and make recommendations that help deliver high quality, consistent commercial outcomes for the Project.

Accountable for a wide range of commercial and contract development and management activities including tender preparation, evaluation and project cost control, you will rely on exceptional written skills and expertise applying your knowledge of commercial and contractual obligations, which will contribute to significant economy boosting initiatives.

Benefits
Our commitment to creating a workplace that inspires you, engages you and grows you is strong – we want you to be a powerful contributor to this wonderfully diverse and dynamic organisation. Our offering continues to grow but here is what we already have in store for you:

• Established wellbeing program.
• 17.5% leave loading.
• Ongoing commitment to flexible work arrangements available (including ability to purchase additional leave) that will run beyond current Covid-19 enforced remote working.

How to apply
To apply please submit a cover letter, outlining your key strengths that best align to the KSC and CV via this website. 

Applications close at 11:59pm on Sunday 29th November.

There is no need to provide additional information regarding key selection criteria. Please note this position is likely to begin in a work from home capacity. All interviews will be conducted remotely. For a confidential discussion contact Gemma Cox, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner on 0437 675 774. 

Our advertisement is only intended for individuals interested in employment with NELP. Recruitment agencies need not contact. We believe in inclusiveness, diversity and equality and are committed to ensuring that our workplaces are a reflection of the Victorian community. We recognise the benefits that a diverse and inclusive culture brings for our employees and in turn, encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply to our vacancies. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with a disability and others from under-represented backgrounds to apply.

Senior Contract Manager opportunity - take a leadership role within an experienced and supportive Commercial team, overseeing the contractual and commercial management aspects for the North East Link Project. Embody, practice and promote collaboration, quality and accountability as you work in partnership with project teams, contractors and internal and external stakeholders to delivery commercial success for Victoria's largest infrastructure project.

• $15.8bn infrastructure project boosting the Victorian economy
• Support the commercial and contractual management of major NELP contracts
• Fixed term 3 years

About the opportunity
Critical to our success in building this $15.8bn infrastructure project for Victoria, is the Senior Contract Manager, who supports the contractual and commercial management of major construction packages for the North East Link Project. You will be charged with managing and providing contractual and commercial advice throughout the project life cycle, including developing and initiating contracts, tender preparation, evaluation, negotiation, contract award and developing and maintaining contract management systems through the delivery and contract close-out phases.

About you:
You're a decisive self-starter with a strong ability to facilitate robust conversations, influence and negotiate effectively to overcome issues, identify opportunities and reach mutually beneficial agreements. A refined understanding of commercial and contractual issues at all stages of major construction project life cycle is essential components to succeed in this role. Additionally, our successful applicant will also possess;

• demonstrated abilities developing a suite of quality procurement documentation in line with strategic directions,
• natural leadership and collaborative style that brings together a broad range of parties and a genuine desire to work and support others to operate, in a multi-disciplinary function environment,
• proven experience managing major infrastructure project contract administration and;
• comprehensive understanding of principles, practices and standards associated with contract management to deliver a specific outcome at a specific time, often as part of a larger program.

If you have been waiting for a project with the size, scope and budget to best apply your commercial acumen and contract management expertise, look no further.

Benefits
Our commitment to creating a workplace that inspires you, engages you and grows you is strong – we want you to be a powerful contributor to this wonderfully diverse and dynamic organisation. Our offering continues to grow but here is what we already have in store for you:

• Established wellbeing program.
• 17.5% leave loading.
• Ongoing commitment to flexible work arrangements available (including ability to purchase additional leave) that will run beyond current Covid-19 enforced remote working.

How to apply
To apply please submit a cover letter, addressing two key selection criteria that you believe are essential for the role and CV via this website. 

Applications close at 11:59pm on Sunday 29th November.

There is no need to provide additional information regarding key selection criteria. Please note this position is likely to begin in a work from home capacity. All interviews will be conducted remotely. For a confidential discussion contact Gemma Cox, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner on 0437 675 774. 

Our advertisement is only intended for individuals interested in employment with NELP. Recruitment agencies need not contact. We believe in inclusiveness, diversity and equality and are committed to ensuring that our workplaces are a reflection of the Victorian community. We recognise the benefits that a diverse and inclusive culture brings for our employees and in turn, encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply to our vacancies. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with a disability and others from under-represented backgrounds to apply.

Rail Projects Victoria (RPV) is the Victorian Government body responsible for the delivery of the Metro Tunnel Project, Regional Rail Revival, Melbourne Airport Rail and the Western Rail Plan including fast rail between key regional cities and Melbourne. RPV is responsible for all aspects of the projects including planning and development of the project reference design, site investigations, stakeholder engagement, planning approvals and procurement, through to construction delivery and project commissioning. Major Transport Infrastructure Authority (MTIA) comprises of Level Crossing Removal Project (LXRP), Rail Projects Victoria (RPV, MTIA), North East Link Project (NELP), West Gate Tunnel Project (WGTP) and Major Road Projects Victoria (MRPV).

About this Opportunity

Reporting to the Design Manager, this role is responsible for client-side coordination of the Rail Systems disciplines' design, development and engineering associated with Melbourne Airport Rail project. The Senior Design Coordinator will provide expert advice and guidance across a range of engineering and design issues during project development and delivery. This role will also be responsible for coordinating a team of technical advisors to prepare reference designs. The ability to build, maintain and influence strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders is fundamental to the success of this role. This role co-ordinates all technical and engineering support to the relevant work package, including the development of requirements and the review of designs for completeness, compliance to requirements, standards and constructability, drawing upon technical specialist advice from subject matter experts to resolve a range of engineering design challenges.

About you

You will be a highly focused and driven person who is passionate about contributing to the delivery of public infrastructure, working within a high-performing project team to drive exceptional outcomes. You will be a qualified engineer with experience working within large projects. You will enjoy a fast paced, performance focused workplace where you will have the opportunity to work autonomously and develop your career.

If you are looking to step up in your career, this might be just the right opportunity for you!

What can we offer you?

• An emphasis on work / life balance
• High-performing team environment
• Equal opportunity employer
• Personal & Professional development opportunities
• Committed to safety & wellbeing 
• Training & development opportunities

How to apply

In your application for this role please include a Cover Letter, CV and response to Key Selection Criteria outlined in the position description. We want to know why you want to work at RPV, why you are interested in the role, and, considering your responses to the Key Selection Criteria as a whole, how your skills, knowledge, experience and qualifications are applicable to the role. 

For a confidential discussion, please contact Julia Grbac on (03) 9027 5796.

Applications close 11:59 pm - Sunday 29 November 2020. 

Rail Projects Victoria (RPV) is the Victorian Government body responsible for the delivery of the Metro Tunnel Project, Regional Rail Revival, Melbourne Airport Rail and the Western Rail Plan including fast rail between key regional cities and Melbourne. RPV is responsible for all aspects of the projects including planning and development of the project reference design, site investigations, stakeholder engagement, planning approvals and procurement, through to construction delivery and project commissioning. Major Transport Infrastructure Authority (MTIA) comprises of Level Crossing Removal Project (LXRP), Rail Projects Victoria (RPV, MTIA), North East Link Project (NELP), West Gate Tunnel Project (WGTP) and Major Road Projects Victoria (MRPV).

About this Opportunity

The Senior Project Manager, Signalling is a position within Rail Projects Victoria's (RPV) Melbourne Airport Rail (MAR) team, required to identify, understand and resolve various technical signalling issues, providing specialist direction with the purpose of ensuring that the MAR work packages are aligned and achieving operational and construction outcomes throughout the delivery phase of the project lifecycle.

The Senior Project Manager, Signalling will lead and provide input to the design and delivery of the signalling and train control components of the MAR Project. The role will require experience in both Australian project design or delivery relating to signalling and related rail systems, including integration across multiple disciplines and stakeholders. The ability to build and maintain strong relationships across a broad range of internal and external stakeholders and manage and communicate project implications of complex technical issues is fundamental for success in this role.

About you

You will be a highly focused and driven person who is passionate about contributing to the delivery of public infrastructure, working within a high-performing project team to drive exceptional outcomes. You will be a qualified Engineer with experience working within large projects. You will enjoy a fast paced, performance focused workplace where you will have the opportunity to work autonomously and develop your career.

If you are looking to step up in your career, this might be just the right opportunity for you!

What can we offer you?

• An emphasis on work / life balance
• High-performing team environment
• Equal opportunity employer
• Personal & Professional development opportunities
• Committed to safety & wellbeing 
• Training & development opportunities

How to apply

In your application for this role please include a Cover Letter, CV and response to the Key Selection Criteria outlined in the position description. We want to know why you want to work at RPV, why you are interested in the role, and, considering your responses to the Key Selection Criteria as a whole, how your skills, knowledge, experience and qualifications are applicable to the role. 

For a confidential discussion, please contact Julia Grbac – HR Manager on (03) 9027 5796.

Applications close 11:59pm – Sunday 29 November 2020.