Senior Director Fleet Operations | Full-time Temporary with a Possibility of Permanency

Closes: 31 July 2026

Classification: Senior Officer Grade A

Salary: $172,246 plus superannuation

Position No: 68665

Directorate: City and Environment

Advertised (Gazettal date): 17 July 2026

Contact Officer: Paul Mascord on Paul.Mascord@act.gov.au or (02) 6205 8278

Details: Transport Canberra is seeking an experienced and strategic leader to lead Fleet Services, a critical area responsible for maintaining and supporting Canberra's public transport bus fleet. Leading a large and diverse workforce across multiple operational sites, you will ensure the safe, efficient and reliable delivery of fleet maintenance, repair and support services.

This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for fleet operations, asset management, procurement, budget oversight, workplace health and safety, business support services and future fleet planning. You will work closely with government, industry and key stakeholders to support public transport services, drive continuous improvement and help shape the future of public transport in the ACT, including the transition to new and sustainable vehicle technologies.

We are looking for a collaborative and inclusive leader with experience in fleet management, transport, logistics, heavy vehicle operations or a comparable operational environment. The successful applicant will have strong people leadership skills, the ability to influence strategic outcomes and a demonstrated commitment to building safe, high-performing teams.

Eligibility/Other requirements:

Participation in an on-call roster is required, including response to operational incidents and emergencies.

A current C-class driver's licence is essential.

A pre-employment medical assessment and criminal history check are required.

Qualifications in heavy vehicle mechanical technology, diesel motor mechanics or electric vehicle mechanics are highly desirable.

Visa holders are eligible to apply for both permanent and temporary roles. Those with eligible visas may be considered for permanent employment, while individuals with temporary residency or limited-duration visas may be offered permanent employment for the duration of their visas

Notes: This is a temporary position available immediately for a period of six months, with the possibility of permanency. An order of merit will be established from this selection process and may be used to fill future identical vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only. This position is based across various operational locations within Canberra.

How to Apply: Please provided a ‘two-page pitch’ addressing why you are best suited for this position and your experience against the Professional/Technical Skills and Knowledge, Behavioural Capabilities and Compliance Requirements/Qualifications outlined in the Position Description, along with a current curriculum vitae and contact details for two referees.

Applications should be submitted .

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.

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This is a temporary position available immediately for a period of six months, with the possibility of permanency.