At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead impactful transport initiatives that enhance accessibility and sustainability across NSW.
- Company: Transport for NSW, a key player in shaping Australia's transport landscape.
- Benefits: Attractive salary, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to delivering efficient transport solutions.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while managing high-profile government projects.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualifications or relevant experience in managing complex stakeholder relationships.
The predicted salary is between 56700 - 69300 $ per year.
Organisation/Entity: Transport For NSW
Job category: Senior Executive
Job location: Milsons Point, NSW, AU, 2061
Job reference number: 110485
Employment type: Permanent Full-Time
Salary range: An attractive remuneration package
If you're after impact, there's no other organisation in Australia that delivers work on this scale. Here's your chance to design and deliver efficient, customer-focused services that also enhance accessibility, sustainability and overall quality of living for more people than you've imagined.
In this role, you'll:
- Lead and manage the delivery of Transport's contribution towards key whole-of-government priorities such as housing, net zero, economic development, and sustainability, as a leader in the Government Priorities & Precincts team in Transport Planning.
- Work with key project partners across Transport and other government agencies as needed, to co-develop integrated transport plans and a shared program of work.
- Demonstrate effective collaboration through proportionate co-design approaches.
- Provide expert outcomes-focused transport advice to stakeholders to inform decision-making and contribute to Transport's response to proposed policy reforms and initiatives.
This permanent position is located at our Milsons Point office (or alternative regional office for regional applicants), with a statewide remit. The role is governed by our hybrid working model, which forms part of the organisation's Flexible Working Arrangements and associated procedures. This includes a combination of required onsite attendance and approved remote working.
About you:
- Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline or relevant experience.
- Balance complex stakeholder expectations while managing high-profile, politically sensitive projects in a dynamic environment of changing community, business, and government priorities.
- Build and lead a high-performing, multidisciplinary team—including shared and matrixed resources—to deliver flexible, resilient responses to emerging priorities and government initiatives.
- Experience developing and maintaining strong collaborative and productive working relationships to meet stakeholders' needs and government expectations.
- Comfortable in a fast-paced and dynamic environment where strategic thinking, problem-solving, and delivery on tight deadlines is critical.
- A self-starter who knows how to build strong relationships, collaborate and communicate effectively to drive outcomes.
Who we are:
Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day. Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve.
Flexible work options may be available. Learn more via Flexible work options and policy.
Applications close 11:59 PM Tuesday 25 August 2026.
For more information about this role, please contact *************@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU.
Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal People or Supporting People with Disability for more information or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us.
Learn more about how to apply via Our recruitment process | Transport for NSW.
Senior Manager Government Priority Initiatives employer: Transport for NSW
Transport for NSW is an exceptional employer that prioritises the wellbeing and work-life balance of its employees while delivering impactful infrastructure projects. Located in Newcastle, this role offers a collaborative work culture with opportunities for professional growth, as well as a commitment to diversity and inclusion, ensuring all voices are heard and valued. Join us in making a difference in the community while advancing your career in a supportive environment focused on achieving Net Zero goals.
