About the Role

The Portfolio Change Manager (fixed term until 30 June 2026) will develop, implement and deliver change programs to support the pipeline of Information and Communication Services (ICS) projects delivering consistency in change approaches and templates across the projects.

The position’s key focus will be on developing a fit-for-purpose change management framework, including plans, templates, approaches, and interventions in collaboration with the FRV People and Culture team to support the delivery of the FRV ICS roadmap.

Additionally, the position will engage across all FRV including communications and learning teams, coach project change managers on the ICS change management framework and provide advice to projects without specialised change managers.

About you

To be successful in this position, you will have:

A relevant tertiary qualification (organisational change, human resources, organisational psychology) or substantial senior level experience in change management or a related field.

Certification in Change Management such as: CCMP; CMS, Prosci etc. (highly desirable)

Demonstrated experience in leading organisational transformational change as as part of the project team

Demonstrated experience in change projects, with multiple initiatives related to technology solutions and cultural realignments

Strong stakeholder engagement skills with experience establishing, developing and nurturing relationships with relevant stakeholders at all organisational levels

Serving the Community, valuing teamwork, having integrity, showing respect and being accountable are core values at Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV). We are looking for candidates who are committed to upholding our organisational values and behaviours as this guides our work and shape our culture.

What’s on Offer
​We strive to create a high-quality working life for our community of valued employees.

Working with us provides:

Access to a Rostered Day Off;

Hybrid work arrangements;

Uniquely rewarding work in the service of the Victorian community;

Support for education, career and professional development;

Enterprise Agreement salary increases;

An unrivalled suite of physical and mental health and wellbeing support services;

Corporate Clothing Allowance (conditions apply)

About Us

FRV is a modern fire and rescue service that meets the needs of twenty-first century Victoria. FRV comprises of 4500 dedicated employees who serve and protect communities throughout Melbourne and Victoria’s major regional centres.

We value and respect workplace diversity and seek to build a workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, religious beliefs, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with a disability and people who are diverse in gender and sexuality.

If you require any adjustments to be able to fully participate in the recruitment and selection process, we encourage you to contact [email protected]

How to Apply

Please apply via Seek by submitting a tailored cover letter and resume addressing the qualifications and work experience criteria listed. (Applications without a cover letter will not be accepted.)

Applications will be reviewed when received and suitable candidates will be contacted for interview at that time. You are encouraged to apply early to ensure you don’t miss this opportunity.

If you require any assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment and selection process, please contact Jamith Leong, Recruitment Business Partner at [email protected]

Important Information

FRV’s standard practice is to appoint at the base of the salary range, however consideration will be given to an above base salary within the advertised range based on the successful candidate’s skills and experience

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa to apply for this position

FRV is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its employees consistent with its obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (Vic). Therefore, there is a requirement that all FRV employees be fully vaccinated (boosted) against COVID-19 in order to work for FRV outside of their place of residence.

Prior to commencement of employment with FRV you will need to provide evidence that you are fully vaccinated (boosted) against COVID-19 or unable to be vaccinated against COVID-19.

Acceptable evidence includes:

COVID-19 digital certificate or ATAGI exemption certificate (available via your myGov account).

Your immunisation history statement (available via your myGov account).

Other documentation outside the above will not be accepted as evidence of having received your COVID-19 vaccination doses