Organisation/Entity:  Transport For NSW

Job Category:  Senior Executive

Job Location:  Burwood, NSW, AU, 2134

Job Ref No:  54109

Employment Type:  Fixed Term Full-Time

Salary Range:  An attractive remuneration package

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 division

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 People and Culture Business Partner Director to partner with the Sydney Trains team. This is a 12month fixed-term contract position.

In this role, you will be a key member of the Sydney Trains Crewing Leadership team and the broader Greater Sydney and Sydney Trains P&C Business Partnering Leadership team. You will lead the provision of strategic advice and support to senior and executive management relating to people and organisational development strategies. You’ll also be tasked with supporting a team of blue collar employees and their leadership team through complex Transformational and Operational change.

This is a highly industrialised environment, you will be required to engage with the blue collar workforce, management, unions and specialist members of our People and Culture team to support you with delivering the program of work. 

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.

About You

You are a passionate and inspiring people leader with extensive knowledge of contemporary Human Resources. You’ll demonstrate your ability to build solid 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.

Given the nature of the program of work you will be managing and delivering, it is imperative that you have experience in an industrial environment, where you have lead large scale sensitive transformation programs. Your ability to leverage expertise within the business and delegate to specialist teams will be critical to your success.

Engaging and energetic, you understand the value of an excellent employee experience within a blue collar unionised environment and you’re committed to making Transport a great place to work. 

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

Salary and Benefits

This is a Transport Senior Service (TSSE 1A) role offering an attractive remuneration package.

If you are looking for an environment in which you can contribute to creating a legacy of achievement that will last for generations we want to hear from you.

For more information on Employee Benefits at TfNSW 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!

How to apply

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

Please check the internal role eligibility requirements or policy for your agency before applying for internally advertised roles.

Applications close: 11.59pm, Thursday 24th February 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 Effie Rogaris at EFFIE.ROGARIS@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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