At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead strategic planning and performance monitoring for transport initiatives in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Transport for NSW, dedicated to connecting communities through efficient transport solutions.
- Benefits: Flexible hybrid work options, diverse workplace, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace supporting Aboriginal people and those with disabilities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on transport planning while developing your strategic and analytical skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in strategy, planning, and performance reporting in complex organisations.
The predicted salary is between 58500 - 71500 $ per year.
You crave a career that pushes you, where you'll meet challenges head on and you're guaranteed to grow. Work in an organisation based on purpose, structure and process. You know that to make a meaningful contribution to our community and economy, there needs to be diligence in our operations.
In this role, you'll:
- Work as part of a team delivering strategic planning, performance monitoring, reporting and divisional support across the Planning, Integration and Passenger (PIP) Division.
- Lead the development and implementation of a divisional strategic planning and reporting framework, shape divisional plans, activating strategy, and delivering data-driven insights that inform decision-making at the highest levels.
- Drive strategic planning and performance outcomes by building cohesive frameworks, embedding new ways of working and creating clearer line-of-sight across priorities in a complex, high-profile environment at the centre of customer-focused, multi-modal transport planning in NSW.
This role is based in our Elizabeth St office in Sydney CBD, and will work within the team's established rhythm.
About you: Your strategic thinking, consulting strengths and ability to translate data into meaningful insights have been developed through strategy, planning and performance roles in large, complex organisations. A confident communicator and facilitator, you engage senior leaders, build stakeholder alignment and drive implementation. You bring experience in performance reporting, stakeholder engagement, and designing and embedding fit-for-purpose planning and reporting frameworks.
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. If you'd like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers.
We offer a wide range of employee benefits, like our award-winning flexible and hybrid work options. This role is hybrid-friendly, meaning you can mix in-person days at your team's home base location with remote days.
Applications close: 11:59 pm Wednesday 19 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.
Snr Specialist, Planning & Performance 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.
