About us

Transport for NSW keeps our State moving by providing safe, integrated and efficient transport systems. We put our customers at the centre of everything we do – and we do a lot. We connect people, communities and industry and manage how they use our road, rail and maritime networks and services, and even active modes like walking and cycling. The work we do connects the journeys you take every day.

We are a state government organisation made up of more than 28,000 people and we're in the middle of delivering the largest transport infrastructure program in Australia's history. We work across planning, policy and procurement, harnessing data and technology to develop smarter and more adaptive transport solutions.

That means job opportunities in metropolitan and regional areas right across NSW – you have the chance to be part of creating a lasting legacy that will benefit generations to come.

About the team

The Regional and Outer Metropolitan division engages with our customers and communities. We connect regional NSW with safe and tailored transport choices, and contribute to strong economic growth and sustainability across the state.

The opportunity

Right now, we have an opportunity available for an Associate Community and Safety Partner to join the Community and Place Branch on a permanent basis. This position will support the East Precinct in the West Region 

This covers the Blue Mountains, Bathurst, Lithgow, Oberon, Mid-Western and Blayney. Ideally, you will be located in Parkes OR within the precinct as mentioned. 

Ideally, you will be located in Parkes OR within the precinct as mentioned. 

As the Associate Community and Safety Partner, you will engage with NSW regional communities and stakeholders to champion their needs and achieve integrated community outcomes.

You will manage relationships with councils, community groups, and other government partners to deliver safety and transport outcomes that suit those communities now and into the future, building and maintaining working relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders across a large geographical area.

Please click here to view a copy of the role description.

You must have a valid driver’s license and the capacity to routinely travel within the region

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have transport-related tertiary qualifications or demonstrated experience working in a similar professional position. We are looking for a dynamic individual with strong interpersonal skills and a proven ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with councils, regional communities and various others.

You have a passion for road safety and the technical experience to apply the Safe System approach in urban and rural settings. You will have a clear focus on striving for multi-modal improvements across our region.

Demonstrated experience engaging with the community and a commitment to understanding our customers’ transport needs would be seen as an asset to our team.

You will have the ability to capture an audience by communicating technical information effectively in a way everyone can understand. You will have proven project management experience, flexibility to adjust to changing priorities, and great attention to detail. A familiarity operating in a State or local government environment would make you ideally suited to the role.

Salary and Benefits

The salary for this position is Transport Grade 7 ($106,086 - $118,816) - per annum plus superannuation

Interested?

Joining Transport for NSW, you’ll have access to a range of unique government benefits in a flexible work environment like no other. If you’re ready to step into this meaningful and rewarding role, we want to hear from you!

To apply for this position, please submit a resume and answer all questions within the online application process.

Closing date: 21st February 2022 @ 23:59pm

​We are the community we serve

We are committed to being an inclusive, diverse and flexible workplace where differences are valued. We welcome people of all backgrounds, experience and abilities.

We enable our people to work in ways that work for them. Working virtually and from different locations including regional locations, staggering work hours and job sharing are just some of the ways our people can work flexibly.

Please contact the Talent Specialist below if you require any adjustments to be made to how you interact with us throughout the recruitment process or would like to discuss flexible work options. ​

For any enquiries, please email Jacob at jacob.stockman@transport.nsw.gov.au

We’re certified as a Family Inclusive Workplace

Our flexible work practices and policies for parental leave, employee and family wellbeing and family care enable us to provide genuine support for our people to thrive at work and at home.

Apply today to register your interest!

Find out more about Transport for NSW at https://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/about-us.

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Our COVIDSafe Measures Policy

All Transport for NSW workers are required to have:

at least one dose of a TGA approved COVID-19 vaccine by 6 December 2021 and two doses by 7 February 2022; or

an approved medical contraindication.

You will be required to show proof of your COVID-19 vaccination status or apply for a medical exemption prior to securing this role.