You may have been part of some big projects before, but this work is legacy-building.
You're looking to contribute to the transformation of the transport sector towards a greener and more sustainable future. You want to actively participate in shaping policies and initiatives that reduce carbon emissions, promote renewable energy adoption, and enhance the overall environmental performance of the transport network.
In this role, you'll:
be working on a high-profile Renewable Energy Zones Program, supporting the delivery of wind and solar generation across NSW in line with the Government’s Climate Change (Net Zero Future) Act 2023.
The Senior Portfolio Manager drives enterprise-level integration of planning, performance, and governance across the REZ portfolio, ensuring program streams (Initiate & Coordinate, Delivery, Operate & Enable) are strategically aligned, optimally resourced, and delivering against Government priorities. The role provides authoritative oversight, insight, and advice to enable executive decision-making and portfolio optimisation.
A key focus is to be the Steerco Secretariat and to manage governance, finance , interdependencies and sequencing across multiple workstreams, helping to optimise resources and drive efficient portfolio outcomes.
It’s a strategic role where you’ll provide clear oversight across a complex, interdependent program — identifying risks, improving performance, and enabling executive decision-making through strong insights.
This is a Fixed Term Contract until 31/12/27. The home office location is 231 Elizabeth Street however regional based candidates are highly encouraged to apply. It is embedded within the team’s established ways of working and supports collaborative delivery. Flexible hybrid work options are available to promote balance and productivity.
For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack.
About you
You will have the following:
- Strong PMO or portfolio management experience across governance, reporting, and performance for complex infrastructure programs.
- Experience managing complex, multi-stream programs and interdependencies.
- Confident analysing cost, schedule, and risk, and turning data into clear insights.
- Proven ability to support executive-level reporting and decision-making.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
- Relevant qualifications or equivalent experience in PMO, program management, or analytics
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 19th June 2026.
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
