Join us on Victoria's Big Build, delivering the Victorian Government's rail infrastructure projects. To reflect our broader remit, our organisation name has changed from Level Crossing Removal Project (LXRP) to VIDA Rail, providing a strong link to our overarching authority, VIDA. We're excited and proud to continue the Level Crossing Removal Project, Melbourne Airport Rail and Big Build Rail projects. There's never been a better time to get amongst the action
About the role
Reporting to the Executive Director, Systems and Controls, the Director, Digital, Data and Information Technology leads a team responsible for the development and implementation of information technology plans and services to streamline business processes, provide optimal information for decision making and ensure appropriate governance arrangements are in place for the management of information.
Working in close partnership with the VIDA Chief Information Officer and fellow Directors of IT across VIDA project offices, this position plays a pivotal role in driving technological innovation and digital transformation across the broader organisation through a collaborative, whole-of-VIDA approach.
In this role, you will:
Lead and develop VIDA Rail's information technology, business intelligence, knowledge information and records management team, emphasising responsiveness, efficiency, appropriate governance and customer centricity.
Develop and deliver initiatives that improve IT service management and streamline business processes in alignment with overarching strategy and VIDA Rail's business objectives.
Lead a collaborative team of professionals, driving agile work practices that support innovation with appropriate levels of governance to support the balance between speed and risk management.
Role models ethical leadership through decision making and interactions with others; creates an organisational culture that enables other to perform at their best and achieve outcomes; Champions people engagement as an organisational priority.
The role is a 3-year fixed term SES1 position, paying a total remuneration package between $232,790 – $298,488.
About you
Let's get technical What will we expect from you?
Demonstrated experience and success in senior leadership roles.
Demonstrated experience in implementing strategic direction, providing organisational leadership and actively championing a positive team culture.
Experience in construction, design or operations environments will be highly regarded.
A relevant qualification or demonstrated experience in a related discipline is mandatory.
At VIDA Rail we embrace diversity and inclusion. We actively strive to remove barriers and encourage applications from people of any age, or disability, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders, culturally and linguistically diverse or LGBTIQA+. We will make adjustments to our recruitment process to ensure that you are able to participate to the best of your ability.
About VIDA RAIL
At VIDA Rail we're removing level crossings and delivering improvement projects across the rail network, to remove barriers and creating a long-lasting legacy for our communities.
Inclusion is a priority for us, and we are committed to creating an employee community that reflects those in which we work. We value diverse representation at all levels of the organisation.
As leaders in the transport sector, we provide secure pathways into the industry for:
Women
People who identify as LGBTQIA+
People living with a disability
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders
Refugees or asylum seekers
People facing barriers to employment.
We offer and encourage flexible work and purchased leave arrangements for all employees to support wellbeing, family or carer commitments and other personal circumstances.
We also place great importance on professional development and growth through both formal training opportunities and lessons learnt.
Health, safety, and wellbeing are at the heart of what we do. We aim to create a safe and healthy workplace for everyone, every day, everywhere.
What next?
To apply – submit your CV and a cover letter, that's it
After assessing your CV and cover letter, the next steps will be a phone screen, followed by an interview where you can showcase your skills and potential.
Please note: the successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which include national police checks and misconduct screening.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa
to be eligible to apply.
Need more information?
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For specifics about the recruitment process entailed, or a confidential discussion around any special accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process you may need in order to participate to the best of your ability, contact Daniel Fedyshyn (Senior Talent Acquisition Adviser) via LinkedIn.
Applications close 11:59pm Wednesday 25th February 2026.
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