Commercial Manager - Melbourne, Australia - Department of Transport

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Description

Location:
Melbourne | CBD


Job type:
Full time


Organisation:
Department of Transport


Salary:
$129,379 - $173,138


Occupation:
Projects


Reference:
VG/DOT/IT/1708052


The Department of Transport and Planning oversees key planning, transport and land use policy decisions and management across the State.

A life-cycle approach to planning, building, connecting and sustaining communities means our people can come together to; improve services, deliver sustainable projects, focus on customer engagement, streamline regulatory approval pathways, facilitate community consultation and better realise local economic opportunities for more liveable communities across Victoria.

The department is committed to building a culture where we say 'yes' to flexible work arrangements, provide personal and professional development programs and support ways of working that help employees balance work and life.


Commercial Manager

  • VPS6: $129,379 $173,138 p/a + super
  • Fixed term (36 months) full time (flexible working arrangements)


  • Based in Melbourne

  • CBD

About Us


The Department of Transport & Planning brings together all transport modes to design, plan, build and operate Victoria's transport system.

The department's Investment and Technology Group includes responsibility for development and negotiation of commercial contracts and services within the department, as well as management of road concessions, to drive high performance and improved commercial outcomes for the State.


About the Project


The department has contracting relationships with our major train and tram operators - Yarra Trams & Metro Trains Melbourne, managed on behalf of the Victorian Government.

Agreed and awarded in 2017, these franchise agreements are currently in place until 2024 (tram) and 2026 (train).

The department has established a new project team, MR5, to comprehensively review the State's franchise framework.

The team will provide options and construct future agreements for implementation following the expiry of the current MR4 franchise agreements in December 2024 (tram) and June 2026 (train).


The MR4 contracts detail, among other requirements, the day-to-day operation of services and performance standards; responsibilities about customer service, security and staffing; and maintenance and cleaning.


The new project team will support the department's regular due diligence and review of existing and future proposed arrangements, ensuring that our contracts are providing the best value for money and enhanced services for the Victorian community.


About the Role


Working closely with the Director MR5 Assets and broader project stakeholders, and drawing on the expertise of specialist advisory consultancies, the Commercial Manager will be responsible for undertaking detailed analysis of existing and potential arrangements and financial / commercial / operations / asset data to assess performance to inform future contractual requirements.

The role seeks to identify options, manage risks and recommend actions to drive innovative and improved outcomes.

We are seeking a skilled Commercial Manager with:

  • substantial experience relevant to complex contracts in the public sector in the rail or construction sector; and
- a strong technical background in rail or civil engineering construction or maintenance (a relevant tertiary qualification in engineering, supply chain management or related discipline would be highly regarded).


Position Outcomes

  • Gather and analyse information from within DTP and from other sources to support development of arrangements for the new agreements, particularly as they relate to Infrastructure and Operational Control and Management Systems.
  • Prepare project documentation and advice, including submissions to government and internal stakeholder briefings, on the Assets workstream areas of review/change and other complex commercial / policy matters.
  • Stakeholders perceive that analysis and advice is comprehensively considered, takes into account whole of project outcomes and supports successful outcomes through a supportive partnership approach.
  • Assist with the identification and resolution of project and strategic issues to support timely and effective decision making and negotiations.
  • Contributed to achievement of value for money outcomes through participation in the evaluation of options.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
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Critical Thinking & Problem Solving (Applied)
  • Resolves issues through deep understanding or interpretation of existing guidelines. Where guidelines are not available, analyses ideas available and takes action through self, or in consultation with the others to resolve problems. If required, determine additional information needed to make informed decisions. Applies critical thinking and problem solving concepts in the right context.
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Project Delivery (Applied) - Defines tasks to be delivered to meet agreed outcomes; Coordinates and guides others in the executi

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