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 Security, Crisis and Emergency Management (SCEM) branch in Transport for NSW (Transport)has the primary goal to partner with, prepare and enable all our divisions and operating agencies in protecting Transport -our people, our customers, and our assets.

The SCEM branch represents Transport at the state emergency level and ensures we meet our obligations when it comes to all thing’s security, crisis and emergency and ensures that Transport can continue to deliver our essential services for the people of NSW in the face of a major event.

The opportunities

Right now, we have an exciting opportunity for a Manager, Emergency Prevention and Recovery within our Security, Crisis and Emergency Management branch.

The primary purpose of the role is to contribute to the overall customer experience by leading the development, implementation, coordination and evaluation of emergency preparedness strategies and planning across the Transport portfolio, in partnership with operating agencies and stakeholders.

Key to success in the role is being able to manage the development, implementation and coordination of Statewide transport emergency capability, while developing effective Prevention and recovery Strategies for the Transport Cluster. As well as driving outcomes in a high-pressure, high-volume environment, with multiple stakeholders with competing priorities and under tight timeframes.

Based at Macquarie Park, with flexible working arrangements, this role is fixed term for 12 months with the potential to extend. There are two direct reports.

It is an exciting time to join this growing team where you have the ability to make a difference in the community and make things safer, along with creating a positive impact on climate change.

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

About you

You are a manager level professional experienced in Emergency and prevention coordination. You will represent the Transport portfolio as an Emergency Management, Emergency Prevention and Recovery Co-ordinator and ensure adequate coordination of emergency prevention and recovery activities.

Possessing strong engagement and communication skills, you will build rapport easily, be pragmatic in your approach and comfortable working in the unknown and evaluating matters as they arise.

These positions form part of the Security, Crisis and Emergency Management Team at Transport, which activates from time to time to manage emergency response and recovery. As such, the role may form part of an on-call roster and may be required at times to do shift and weekend work

Salary and Benefits 

The salary for this position is Grade 9 ($138,670 - $155,309) per annum plus superannuation and leave loading

For more information on Employee Benefits at Sydney Metro please click here.

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.

How to apply

Please submit a resume and answer all questions within the online application process.

Applications close: 11:59PM on Wednesday 13th April 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 Samantha Robins at SAMANTHA.ROBINS2@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:

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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