Meaningful and rewarding Director People and Culture Business Partnering position, delivering on our priorities of our customers, our people and service quality

Fantastic opportunity to develop your career in a high performing team environment!

Outstanding Permanent Opportunity – flexible working options available

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.

People and Culture

Our People and Culture team is planning for and building a workforce with the advanced and specialised skills needed to tackle the challenges of tomorrow. We’re building an authentic organisational culture where everyone feels empowered to make a real difference.

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity now exists for a Director People and Culture Business Partnering supporting our Regional & Outer Metropolitan division.

In your new role, you will be a key member of the Leadership team and leads the provision of strategic advice and support to senior and executive management relating to complex people and organisational development strategies. This role also supports transformation programs to define the design, culture and capability of the organisation and ensure achievement of performance and productivity goals.

For more information on this position, view the role description here. 

About You

You are a collaborative and talented leader of people with extensive knowledge of contemporary Human Resources. You know how to build strong relationships, collaborate and communicate effectively with senior executives to drive outcomes. You will pride yourself on always being a step ahead, anticipating and addressing potential issues before they arise.

Engaging and energetic, you understand the value of an excellent employee experience and you’re committed to making Transport a great place to work.  You excel in your communication and presentation skills and have proven experience influencing senior leaders and operating in a complex customer centric environment.

Essential Requirements

Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline or relevant equivalent experience

Demonstrated experience working in a leadership role within a blue/white collar unionised environment

Stakeholder management expertise and experience to navigate through government processes combined with strong leadership skills with the ability to drive performance in complex, politically and commercially sensitive environment

Experience in delivery of integrated advice and services across a full range of HR programs

Demonstrated leadership and management capabilities, including the ability to lead, influence, promote and motivate highly skilled staff to deliver desired outcomes

Thorough knowledge and understanding of the statutory and regulatory framework that underpins quality regulatory services

Benefits

Band 1B, an attractive remuneration package will be negotiated with the successful candidate.

If you are looking for an environment in which you can contribute to creating a legacy of achievement that will last for generations, and enjoy a flexible and diverse working environment which values collaboration and personal development, then we’d like to meet you.

How to apply

To apply for this role, please submit a comprehensive resume as well as a brief covering letter (no longer than two pages) which addresses:

a) The reason for your interest in this role

b) How your skills and experience suit the role

Should you have enquiries about the role, please contact Ciaran Martin on 0466 616 258 and quote reference 55610.

Applications close: 11:59pm, Sunday 13th March 2022.

​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 Ciaran Martin at CIARAN.MARTIN@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.

Take a look at our application tips video series for plenty of great information on navigating and acing the application and recruitment process here at Transport.

Our COVIDSafe Measures Policy

All Transport for NSW workers are required to have:

appropriate evidence of being fully vaccinated with a TGA approved COVID-19 vaccine; 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.

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