Senior Business Analyst

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

The Senior Business Analyst identifies and translates complex business needs into practical technical and operational solutions that support departmental priorities. Working under the Manager – R & L Projects, the role operates independently within agreed priorities and established governance frameworks, without delegated authority for policy approval, budgets or people management.

The role analyses business processes, data and operational requirements, develops clear requirements and insights, and contributes to project delivery and service improvements. It builds strong stakeholder relationships, applies consistent analysis methods, identifies risks and improvement opportunities, and provides evidence-based advice to support informed decisions and effective outcomes.

What we’re looking for

You’re someone who:

• Looks for opportunities to improve processes, tools and ways of working, contributing practical ideas and supporting agreed improvements.
• Applies systems thinking to analyse business processes, information flows and operational issues, understanding how changes affect the wider environment.
• Understands customer and stakeholder needs, using feedback and data to improve analysis and service delivery.
• Builds effective working relationships through active listening, clear communication and collaboration to resolve issues.
• Delivers assigned tasks on time, manages competing priorities, maintains accurate records and escalates risks or issues when needed.

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Qualifications and experience

You’ll bring:

• Experience relevant to the capabilities of the role including advanced analytics skills in various BI tools such as Microsoft Power BI
• Previous experience in business analytics and data analytics or a related discipline highly desirable

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

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Applications close at 11.59pm on Wednesday, 18 Nov 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 Ian McKay Manager, R & L Projects, at ian.mckay@transport.vic.gov.au

Redeployees

If you are a VPS redeployee, please state this in your cover letter and include your case manager’s contact details. This helps ensure your redeployment status is appropriately considered. For more information on redeployment, visit the Victorian Government policy

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