Victorian Rail Track (VicTrack) is a public entity established under the Transport Integration Act 2010 and is the custodial owner of rail-related transport land, infrastructure, and assets in Victoria. The VicTrack Board is responsible for overseeing the organisation's affairs, with all members being appointed by the Governor in Council. Find out more at https://www.victrack.com.au.
Expressions of interest are sought from the community for the position of Deputy Chairperson of the VicTrack Board.
This is a paid, part-time, Victorian Government appointment based in Melbourne.
The Deputy Chairperson supports the Chairperson in overseeing the governance, strategic direction, and performance of Victoria’s rail infrastructure owner. The Deputy Chairperson also acts for the Chairperson when needed.
Candidates can be appointed for terms of up to three years and are eligible for re-appointment. The VicTrack Board meets bi-monthly at the VicTrack offices in Docklands. Additional Board meetings, stakeholder engagement, strategy and other briefing sessions will be called as and when required. The Deputy Chairperson is also expected to sit on one or more of the Board’s sub-committees. Each sub-committee typically meets on a quarterly basis; however, additional meetings will be called as and when required. Hybrid arrangements may be organised by request.
People keen to bring their skills and experience to help VicTrack continue to effectively manage Victoria’s transport assets and meet Victoria’s transport goals should apply.
Applications from Victorian Traditional Owners and emerging and community leaders are strongly encouraged. We are looking for people who will bring expertise in a range of disciplines such as a deep understanding of the Victorian rail network, asset management, transport infrastructure development and delivery, telecommunications, real estate management, human resource management, stakeholder management, environmental management. Technical skills in areas such as engineering, legal, risk management, accounting and procurement will be highly regarded. Prior experience working in or with the public sector will be highly valued.
We strongly encourage gender equality and diversity
The Victorian Government is committed to ensuring that government boards and committees reflect the rich diversity of the Victorian community and to ensuring there is equal representation of women and men across government boards. We encourage applications from women, people of all ages, Aboriginal people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ people, and people living in rural and regional Victoria. We will provide adjustments to the recruitment process upon request.
You do not have to disclose any personal information if you do not wish to, but it can assist us in understanding how we can support you through the recruitment process and beyond. We invite you to disclose if you identify as Aboriginal, a person with disability, from a culturally or linguistically diverse background, LGBTQIA+ or a young person, aged 25 years old or less. If you identify as any of the aforementioned, we would welcome the opportunity to contact you and discuss how we can support you through the recruitment process. Sharing this information will help you access support should you need it and will also help us to better understand the impact of our work.
First Peoples of Victoria
The Victorian Government has a commitment through the Victorian Aboriginal Affairs Framework 2018-2026 to increase First Peoples’ leadership in positions across all sectors of government including board appointments.
The Transport and Planning Portfolio First Peoples Self Determination and Reform Plan 2025-2029 and the Yani Bangal Transport and Planning Portfolio First Peoples Careers Strategy 2023-2028 commit to increasing the number of First Peoples on Transport and Planning Portfolio boards to embed First Peoples’ leadership and decision making across the portfolio’s activities.
Submit your resume and a summary of relevant experience that addresses the key selection criteria outlined in the Position Description through https://www.boards.vic.gov.au by 23:59 on 17 March 2026.
If you are having any trouble viewing this advertisement, would like it or any attachments in an accessible format (such as large print), or are having difficulties preparing the application paperwork, please contact David Coldebella on 0419 358 123, through the National Relay Service on 133 677 if required, or through email at [email protected].
The successful applicant must manage any conflicts of interest that may arise during their appointment and demonstrate independence and capacity to manage conflicts of interest.
The successful applicant will be required to undertake satisfactory probity checks including:
To find out more about VicTrack, please contact the Board Chair, Mr Paul Hardy at [email protected]