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Our Department Values

Our values set the direction for what it means to work in our department. They inform the standard and expectations of behaviours, skills and capabilities and the attributes we currently have, will continually work to achieve and develop, and that we use to acknowledge and attract, retain and recruit into our department.

The department supports workplace diversity and values the contribution of people from diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people with cultural and linguistic diversity, and LGBTQIA+ people. The department is committed to achieving gender equality and, in particular, supporting women’s progression into senior leadership.

The opportunity we have available


The Digital Solutions Delivery and Sustainment section, which is part of the Digital Delivery Branch in the IT Division is responsible for the development of digital solutions and business applications enabling the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts to succeed in executing its responsibilities on behalf of the Commonwealth Government of Australia.


Our section currently is seeking experienced Digital Delivery Managers to work with our development teams, with either a project focus to deliver new applications and digital solutions, or continuous development and enhancement existing applications and solutions.


Reporting to a Director within the Digital Delivery Branch, you will work closely with, and provide leadership to a small to medium sized team consisting largely of business systems analysts, software developers and test analysts. You will be supported more broadly by a range of other roles and skills across the division including IT architecture, Cyber Security, Infrastructure and Cloud platform Operations, and ICT Finance and Procurement.


Our scope of responsibility currently encompasses the following:

• Road Vehicle Standards enabling systems
• New Vehicle Efficiency Standard enabling systems
• National Infrastructure Grants Management enabling systems

Who are we looking for?


We are looking for a motivated, experienced IT professional with extensive knowledge and skills across a wide range of enterprise IT systems, technologies, and capabilities. A self-starter who thrives working with limited oversight who can deliver outcomes and achieve results.


The successful candidate(s) will have skills and demonstrated experience in the following areas:

• The delivery of complex digital solutions in an agile environment, including day-to-day support for the agile development team
• Ability to engage with business and ICT stakeholders on all aspects of the solution and/or project
• Strong track record of effectively managing scope, risks and issues, being able to prioritise effectively and ensure
• Effective leadership skills, with the ability to work and lead others in an environment which is at times ambiguous and subject to evolving requirements
• Excellent communication skills, including adapting to different audiences
• An understanding of Commonwealth procurement is highly desirable

What else can we offer?

We are dedicated to fostering personal and professional development, empowering individuals to set goals, acquire new skills, and cultivate unique qualities that define who they are. We believe that this not only leads to a more fulfilling and happier life but also enhances the overall quality of our work. Some of the benefits we offer include:

• Our collaborative and supportive culture fosters high performing teams where you are valued for your expertise, experiences and point of view
• Our values are to be: respectful, informed, collaborative, adaptive, accountable. Through our commitment to these values, we maintain a fulfilling and supportive environment that promotes the wellbeing of our people.
• Access to our study Assistance Program that provides paid leave and financial support for you to undertake courses of study that contribute to the improvements of your professional skills and knowledge relevant to our work and broader Australian Public Service.
• Through our investment in learning and development opportunities, and a positive performance culture, we provide diverse career pathways for our people to enable their mobility and adapt in a rapidly changing world.
• Improve your leadership skills, through the department’s Professional Coaching Scheme and tailored leadership opportunities for staff members.
• Flexible working opportunities, including part time hours, home based work and job sharing.
• We offer generous leave entitlements of 20 days personal circumstances leave per year, with one month’s accrual of leave credited on commencement and 150 hours of paid annual leave (based on a full-time employee), plus a range of other miscellaneous leave options to support you.
• Join our department and embark on a journey of growth, fulfillment, and well-being. Experience personal and professional development, prioritise your health, and be part of a vibrant and positive culture that empowers individuals and drives exceptional performance.

Eligibility requirements

Employment with the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is subject to conditions prescribed within the Public Service Act 1999 including:

• Citizenship: To be eligible for employment with the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts applicants must be an Australian citizen at the time of submitting your application.
• Health Assessment: the preferred candidate may be required to undergo a medical examination conducted by the department’s preferred medical provider.
• Security Clearance: the successful candidate must be able to obtain and/or maintain a security clearance at Baseline Vetting. You must be willing to disclose all relevant and required information. You must have lived in Australia, or have a checkable background, for at least the preceding five years for Baseline Vetting clearances. More information on the security clearance vetting process is available on the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) website.

How to apply


Applications for this opportunity close at 11.59pm AEST, Tuesday 1 October 2024.


In applying for this position, you are not required to address individual selection criteria. Rather, you should provide a statement of no more than 2 pages outlining your background, capabilities and experiences, and how these align with the advertised role. You should also provide a CV, no more than 4 pages. The capabilities and behaviours required to be successful for this role are identified in the ‘Who are we looking for’ section.


Your application will be assessed against the requirements of the job. Once the entire applicant pool has been assessed, the panel will create a shortlist of applicants. If your application is shortlisted, you may be asked to undertake further assessment, this may include work sample testing, interviews, and reference checks.


Your application should be received through the department’s online recruitment system. Applications via Indeed will not be accepted.


If you experience any issues with the system please contact the recruitment team on 02 6136 8989 or via email at recruitment@infrastructure.gov.au to discuss an alternative way to submit your application.


Please advise the contact officer if you require reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. The department is committed to the accessibility of our systems. If you identify as someone with disability and you require accessibility assistance or more information, please email Diversityand Inclusion@infrastructure.gov.au


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