Manager - Assets & Maintenance Business Planning chez V/Line

Manager, Assets & Maintenance Business Planning

·        Shape strategic direction across a critical infrastructure division.

·        Collaborate with senior leaders to drive real business outcomes.

·        Lead planning that supports Victoria’s growing transport network.

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.

We are experiencing significant growth and 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.

This role offers a hybrid work model and flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where people of all backgrounds feel valued and supported.

About the role

This role plays a central part in aligning the Assets & Maintenance division with V/Line’s strategic goals. You’ll lead the development of business plans, coordinate strategic initiatives, and support executive decision-making through performance tracking, stakeholder engagement, and change implementation.

A key focus of the role is driving strategic alignment by translating high-level objectives into clear, actionable plans that guide the division’s direction and performance. It’s a leadership role that blends influence, collaboration, and forward thinking in a dynamic and operationally focused environment.

Key accountabilities include:

·        Lead divisional planning: Develop and coordinate strategic and operational plans aligned with V/Line’s corporate goals.

·        Facilitate collaboration: Run planning workshops and engage leaders to align on direction and priorities.

·        Support executive decision-making: Provide insights, reports, and briefings to senior leadership and board forums.

·        Drive performance tracking: Establish KPIs and monitor progress across key initiatives and improvement programs.

·        Coordinate change initiatives: Support the rollout of change programs and ensure they’re embedded into operations.

·        Engage stakeholders: Manage internal and external relationships, including cross-functional teams and consultants.

·        Contribute to funding and business cases: Assist in preparing submissions and aligning plans with government priorities.

·        Champion communication: Lead divisional communications in partnership with Corporate Affairs.

About you

You’re a strategic thinker who thrives in complex environments. You bring clarity to planning processes, influence at senior levels, and enjoy working across teams to deliver meaningful outcomes. You are driven by purpose and precision, with the ability to translate strategy into structured plans that support long-term business goals. You’re proactive, adaptable, and confident navigating change, with a strong sense of ownership and a collaborative mindset.

Our ideal candidate will possess the following:

·        Deep experience in strategic or business planning within complex, operational environments.

·        Strong ability to influence senior leaders and collaborate across departments.

·        Proven success in leading or supporting change and business improvement initiatives.

·        Skilled in stakeholder engagement, including managing consultants and cross-functional teams.

·        High-level written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present to executive audiences.

·        Strong analytical thinking and the ability to turn strategy into actionable plans.

·        Experience supporting risk and performance management frameworks.

·        A strategic mindset, emotional intelligence, and the ability to adapt in fast-paced settings.

·        A relevant tertiary qualification in Business, Public Administration, Strategic Planning or similar (highly regarded).

·        Demonstrated alignment with V/Line’s values of responsiveness, integrity, impartiality, accountability, respect, leadership and human rights.

If your skills or experience don’t exactly match our listed requirements, we still encourage you to apply. We value diverse perspectives and believe in the potential for growth and development.

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're proud to be recognised as a Work180 Endorsed Employer for the second consecutive year, a testament to our ongoing commitment to building an inclusive and empowering workplace for women.

We proudly acknowledge First Peoples of Victoria. We acknowledge their ongoing strength in practicing the world’s oldest living culture. We acknowledge the Traditional Owners’ lands, waters, and skies on which we live and pay respects to their Elders past and present.

At V/Line, safety is our priority. Successful applicants will undergo relevant pre-employment and medical checks to meet our safeworking standards.

 Applications close: 11.59 pm on Tuesday, 21^st October 2025