Organisation/Entity: Transport For NSW
Job category: Projects
Job location:
Newcastle, NSW, AU, 2302
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Job reference number: 103273
Employment type: Permanent Full-Time
Salary range: $163145.0-$182721.0
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You want to play a part in making NSW a better place to work, live and travel.
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:
Be working as part of the Government & Parliamentary Services Branch within the Government Business & Services unit.
You will partner with senior stakeholders and subject matter experts to develop high-quality written products that support Ministers, executives and government decision-making.
You will lead a team to deliver complex and often sensitive briefing materials, parliamentary responses, speaking notes and strategic advice. Drawing on your research, analytical and writing skills, you'll translate complex information into clear, concise and audience-focused products.
Working across a diverse portfolio, you'll build strong relationships with senior leaders and develop a deep understanding of the areas you support. You'll navigate competing priorities, manage risks and influence outcomes in a fast-paced environment.
You'll also coach and develop team members, contributing to a collaborative, high-performing culture focused on quality outcomes and continuous improvement.
This is an opportunity to work on issues that impact millions of people across NSW while developing expertise in stakeholder engagement, government processes, and Ministerial and Parliamentary services.
If you're a strong writer, strategic thinker and collaborative leader who enjoys working at pace, we'd love to hear from you.
This position is a permanent position. Regional candidates are encouraged to apply.
Sydney-based employees will have Macquarie Park as their home base, with flexible hybrid working arrangements. Employees are expected to attend a Transport for NSW workplace for a minimum of 50% of working days each month, including one day per week at Macquarie Park.
The balance of office attendance may be undertaken from another Transport for NSW office location, subject to business needs.
For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack.
About you
you will bring:
- Background in policy, communications, media, ministerial, parliamentary, strategy, stakeholder engagement or advisory roles, with a desire to broaden leadership experience on high-profile issues.
- Experience leading teams and building trusted stakeholder relationships.
- Strong communication, writing and editing skills, with the ability to simplify complex information for different audiences.
- Adaptable and effective in fast-paced environments with changing priorities.
- Sound judgement, critical thinking and a track record of delivering high-quality outcomes under pressure.
- Skilled at engaging and influencing senior leaders, subject matter experts and diverse stakeholders.
- Passion for solving complex problems, collaborating with others and delivering meaningful outcomes.
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.
We offer a wide range of employee benefits, like our award-winning flexible and hybrid work options.
Regional candidates are encouraged to apply. This is a Hybrid+ role designed for people living in NSW’s regions or further away from the role’s listed home base. It combines virtual work with in-person days at your team’s home base.
What are you waiting for…? Connect with us. Apply now!
Applications close: 11:59 pm Monday 24th August 2026.
For more information about this role, please contact
[email protected].
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 info or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us.
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