At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead transformative projects and guide teams to deliver impactful outcomes in transportation.
- Company: Join Transport for NSW, a leader in creating efficient transport systems.
- Benefits: Attractive salary, flexible work options, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with support for Aboriginal people and those with disabilities.
- Why this job: Shape the future of transport while driving positive change in your community.
- Qualifications: Experience in project management and change leadership, with relevant certifications preferred.
The predicted salary is between 58500 - 71500 $ per year.
Organisation/Entity: Transport For NSW
Job category: Projects
Job location: Macquarie Park, NSW, AU, 2113
Job reference number: 112309
Employment type: Fixed Term Full-Time
Salary range: An attractive remuneration package
You're a leader who takes ownership and actively creates positive change. You're ready to play an essential role behind the scenes by providing vital support, ensuring seamless project execution, and playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of transportation.
In this role, you'll:
- Oversee project allocation and prioritisation, establishing governance across the program portfolio and guiding stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
- Partner with the Project Management Office (PMO) to define program/project scope and requirements.
- Lead a team of four (4) to drive business outcomes and contribute to the development of the Centre of Excellence (COE), fostering collaboration to enhance project capability.
- Provide coaching and mentorship to leaders and project professionals, promoting continuous learning.
- Direct project governance, methodology and assurance and ensure program outcomes are delivered, in alignment with established process frameworks, project delegations and set portfolio standards.
- Guide portfolio teams in driving cross-functional collaboration to support successful project delivery.
New permanent, fulltime Transport Service Senior Manager | Home office Macquarie Park. Hybrid work arrangements based on role requirements and in line with Transport's evolving policies for workplace presence.
About You
A seasoned and dynamic Transformation Program leader, you're recognised for your expertise in providing strategic oversight and direction across complex programs/projects, while navigating organisational change and ensuring alignment with broader business objectives. You possess:
- Demonstrated experience in large-scale change management, process improvement, and strategic planning and execution within a complex and constrained environment.
- Sound understanding of key project management methodologies, including Agile and Waterfall.
- Demonstrated strong relationship management and project management expertise.
- Tertiary qualifications in business or a related field, or demonstrated, equivalent professional experience.
- Professional certifications such as Project Management Professional (PMP), Agile, Prosci, or Six Sigma.
Who We Are
Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day.
Join us
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.
Flexible work options may be available. Learn more via Flexible work options and policy.
Applications close 11:59 PM Sunday, 08 November 2026.
For more information about this role, please contact GARY.LAZZAROTTO2@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.
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