Turn technical expertise into places that work better for the community.
- See your expertise translate into real-world impact, helping shape the places where people live, work and travel every day
- Enjoy diverse and meaningful work where no two projects are the same.
- 2 x On-going, full-time opportunity (35 hours per week)
- Parramatta or other NSW DPHI office location by negotiation with flexible working arrangements supported
Clerk Grade 9/10 ($133,348- $146,94
In this role, you will provide specialist transport engineering advice that helps turn ambitious development and infrastructure proposals into practical outcomes for communities. You'll assess how projects can be delivered, identify opportunities and risks, and help ensure transport infrastructure is designed with safety, resilience and long-term community benefit in mind. Working alongside planners, government agencies and industry professionals, you'll help shape decisions that support growing and connected communities across NSW.
Every major development starts with important decisions. You’ll be at the centre of those conversations, providing the technical expertise that helps projects move forward with confidence. You'll work on diverse and challenging proposals, collaborate with skilled professionals across government and industry, and play a meaningful role in creating infrastructure and places that support thriving communities across NSW.
Read the role description for more detail:
Senior Advisor Transport Engineering
We're looking for someone who:
- Brings strong transport or civil engineering experience and enjoys solving complex development infrastructure challenges.
- Can confidently assess feasibility, constructability and infrastructure impacts relating to development, applying sound judgement to reach balanced outcomes.
- Understands that good engineering is ultimately about creating better outcomes for the people who use and rely on infrastructure every day.
- Builds credibility quickly and develops productive relationships across a broad range of stakeholders.
- Communicates technical information clearly and can translate complexity into practical advice and recommendations.
- Is naturally curious, collaborative and motivated by continuous learning and improvement.
Essential requirements
- Tertiary qualification in a related relevant discipline or equivalent relevant experience (e.g., Bachelor of Engineering - Civil/Transport).
- Eligibility for professional recognition or registration as an engineer is desirable, where relevant to the role and the department’s workforce requirements.
About us
At the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI), you could shape your world while helping us shape the future of NSW. Together, we create vibrant communities, places and precincts, and manage land, assets and property.
Join our team and shape your world in a workplace that empowers you to do your best work and build a meaningful career. In this role, you’ll help shape lives and communities across NSW while growing your own career, supported by flexible work options, impactful projects and a collaborative, diverse team. As a high-performing and inclusive organisation that reflects the communities we serve, we value your lived experience and cultural knowledge, and we are committed to helping you thrive through flexible arrangements, workplace adjustments and a culture where everyone feels supported, connected and belongs.
Apply now
Apply today with your CV and 1-page cover letter.
Applications close 11:55pm 25 August 2026. For more information contact , Neill Miller,
[email protected].
A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.
Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career Pathways team for a yarn.
We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team
via
[email protected] or (0 63637676 - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.
Please note to be eligible for all on-going roles within the Department to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or Australian Permanent Resident.
This role is subject to standard pre-employment checks, including a criminal record check.
