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HR Improvement Lead
12-month fixed term contract, potential to be extended
Hybrid and highly collaborative working environment
Key role on a high profile, enterprise-wide system implementation
V/Line’s purpose is to connect Victorians through safe, reliable, and accessible transport. We believe in giving all Victorians opportunities through travel and transport – connecting them to jobs, education, family and friends, services, tourism and trade.
V/Line is experiencing significant growth and we’re delivering more services, more trains, cheaper fares, and huge projects. With more than 3700 weekly train and coach services, an expansive freight network and unprecedented rail investment, millions of Victorians depend on us to deliver. You could be one of our 3100 committed team members who are up to the challenge.
About the role
Reporting to the Program Director – HR Improvement, the new HR Improvement Lead will support the design and delivery of HR improvement initiatives, aligned to the agreed future state People Operating Model in support of the Human Capital Management (HCM) Transformation program.
Partnering closely with People & Culture teams and the wider business, the role will support the transition to a fit‑for‑purpose HR operating model, system‑enabled service delivery framework, and future‑state HR processes.
You’ll be accountable for executing a pre-workday roadmap, with initiatives to ensure the service delivery model is ready for Workday, ensuring HR processes, services, and ways of working align with best practice and support a modern, system‑driven environment, while building strong stakeholder alignment to enable successful implementation.
About you
To be considered for this role, applicants must meet the following key selection criteria within their application, as this forms part of our merit-based recruitment process:
Must have 5+ years’ experience leading enterprise-wide, HR service delivery model transformation programs of work.
Deep and broad experience successfully working in HR roles.
Proven experience successfully working on HR system implementations and associated HR transformation programs.
Demonstrably high-level leadership skills and ability to bring stakeholders along for the journey.
Established stakeholder engagement skills with various groups ranging in seniority and skillsets.
Tertiary qualifications in HR or related fields (highly desirable).
Salary for this position is commensurate to the successful candidate’s aligned skills and experience to the position.
Why V/Line
In addition to free myki travel, we offer:
Community impact – Make a genuine difference. Work in a role that connects Victorians, every day.
Huge potential – We’re transforming, and you can too. Be a change maker, recognised for your contribution and creativity.
Dynamic environment – V/Line operates in a constantly changing space. Join a fast-paced and exciting organisation.
Collaborative team – You’ll be part of a broader supportive team. Surround yourself with talented, passionate peers.
Flexible working – We support flexible working. Work in a way that supports you to thrive in your role.
We are committed to ensuring a comfortable and accessible recruitment experience. If you need any adjustments or have specific accessibility requirements at any stage of the process, please contact our Talent team at
[email protected] or 1800 800 007 for confidential support.
As an equal opportunity employer, V/Line is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace and network that reflects the communities we serve. We accept and value the contributions of all our employees regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, age or disability. We are also proud to be endorsed by Work 180 as a great place for women to work, second year in a row.
V/Line are proud to be a part of the Department of Transport & Planning's Yani Bangal Transport and Planning Portfolio First Peoples Careers Strategy 2023-2028. We take this opportunity to welcome and encourage applications from First Peoples.
At V/Line, safety is our priority. Successful applicants will undergo relevant pre-employment and medical checks to meet our safe working standards.
