In-Demand Executive director Jobs in Heidelberg, Vic

Executive Director, Regional Rail and Southern Cross Operations
Department of Transport and Planning —Melbourne VIC
- $298,489 - $430,740 a year
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Director, Office of the Chief Executive
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- Communication skills
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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR – TRANSPORT
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Executive Director, Information Technology and Workplace Services
Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions —Melbourne VIC
- $298,489 - $430,740 a year
- Full-time
3d
Director, Office of the Deputy Secretary
Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions —Melbourne VIC
- $232,790 - $298,488 a year
- Full-time
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Office experience
3d
Executive Director, Policy and Programs
Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action —Melbourne VIC
- $298,489 - $430,740 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Leadership
3d
Executive Director People and Culture
Ambulance Victoria —Doncaster VIC
- Full-time
- Leadership
14d
Head of Digital Services
Forensicare Careers —Fairfield VIC
- $161,226 a year
- Full-time
- AI
9d
Senior Manager, Integrity and Corruption Investigations
Department of Justice and Community Safety —Melbourne VIC
- $142,790 - $191,084 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Working with children
11d
Executive Director, The Men's Project
Jesuit Social Services —Richmond VIC
- Contract
- Research
- Employee assistance program
12d
Chief Operating Officer (COO)
LHR —Melbourne VIC
- $200,000 - $250,000 a year
- Full-time
- Master's degree
- Administrative experience
- Bachelor's degree
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6d
Director, Industry, Construction and Manufacturing
Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions —Melbourne VIC
- $232,790 - $298,488 a year
- Full-time
5d
Global Chief Operating Officer - Austco Healthcare Group
Paragon Recruitment Ltd —Melbourne VIC
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Executive Director - Practice, Insights, Advocacy
Jesuit Social Services —Melbourne VIC
- Contract
- Research
- Employee assistance program
5d
Head of Governance
Journey Early Learning Careers —Melbourne VIC
- $180,000 - $190,000 a year
- Part-time
3d
Director, Project Safety
Victorian Infrastructure Delivery Authority | Health —Melbourne VIC
- $232,790 - $298,488 a year
- Full-time
- Construction
6d
Office Administrator
Sunwize —Bayswater VIC
- $65,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
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6d
Director Network Pipeline
Department of Transport and Planning —Melbourne VIC
- $193,946 - $263,771 a year
- Full-time
- Research
10d
Chief Audit Officer
Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions —Melbourne City Centre VIC
- $142,790 - $191,084 a year
- Full-time
11d
Executive Dean, Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences and Vice-President (Health)
Monash University —Clayton VIC
3d

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Executive Director, Regional Rail and Southern Cross Operations

Department of Transport and Planning -
Melbourne VIC

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Job Details

Full-time
$298,489 - $430,740 a year
6 days ago

Full Job Description

Overview

Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time

Salary: $298,489 - $430,740

Grade: VPS SES2

Occupation: Other

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: 11185

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

This is a Fixed Term Position (up to 5 years)

The Executive Director, Regional Rail and Southern Cross Operations provides strategic leadership and oversight of Victoria’s regional rail, coach services, and Southern Cross Station operations. The role manages the V/Line Service Level Agreement, ensuring contractual compliance, operational performance, infrastructure stewardship, and passenger outcomes, while driving strong partnerships, accountability, continuous improvement, and value for the Victorian community.

The role is responsible for overseeing the V/Line partnership, Southern Cross Station operations, including operating agreements for Overland and XPT and the management of the relationship with ARTC to ensure safe, reliable regional transport services and strong contractual performance. Key responsibilities include driving continuous improvement, leading governance and stakeholder forums, providing strategic advice, managing senior stakeholder relationships, supporting government reforms, and ensuring effective governance, resource management, workforce planning, and delivery of departmental priorities.

What we’re looking for (Selection Criteria)

You’re someone who:

Leads through change and uncertainty, fostering a positive, high-performing culture focused on innovation, continuous improvement, and achieving outcomes.
Builds strong relationships, influences outcomes, and works effectively across government, industry, and community stakeholders to achieve shared objectives.
Engages, motivates, and develops teams, championing diversity, inclusion, and a culture of accountability and excellence.
Applies strong transport, planning, business, and commercial acumen to support informed decision-making, manage risk, and maximise value from investments and partnerships.
Drives organisational performance, leads reform and improvement initiatives, and positions the organisation to respond effectively to future challenges and opportunities.

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Qualifications and experience

You’ll bring:

Demonstrated success leading at an executive level, delivering outcomes in complex and high-profile environments.
Extensive experience managing diverse stakeholders, providing strategic advice, negotiating complex contracts, and exercising sound judgement in politically sensitive settings.
Strong understanding of contract management models, preferably within public transport or a similar sector; relevant tertiary qualifications in Business, Commerce, or a related discipline are highly regarded.

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 Tuesday, 16th June 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 Fiona Coull - Executive Director Heavy Rail at [email protected].

Important Information

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Applications close Tuesday 16 June 2026 at 11.59pm

Posted

2 June 2026

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