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 is focused on understanding the particular needs of regional communities across NSW and delivering customer-centred integrated transport services and infrastructure.

The Opportunity

Right now we are seeking a skilled Project Manager to provide program management and related support activities, following the Regional Road Transfer and Road Classification Review, on the transfer of up to 15,000km of regional roads to the NSW Government as part of a broader package of support for local councils to better manage and maintain the rural road network and ensure the best outcomes for the community.

This role will assist in establishing and implementing streamlined procedures to ensure program management is delivered in a coordinated, cohesive, cost effective and timely manner.

This is a Temporary Fixed Term role until June 2023.

Some key responsibilities of the role include:

Coordinate the implementation of program management systems and processes for large projects, including maintaining program establishment, governance and reporting systems and processes.

Provide a range of program management and support services, including preparation of reports and briefs, coordinating resources, maintaining documentation and implementing and monitoring plans, to ensure outcomes are achieved on time, on budget, to quality standards.

Support stakeholder management processes, including preparing workshops, and provide support to stakeholders and engage with, influence and build and maintain relationships with stakeholders at all levels.

Oversee, and monitor the delivery of sub-programs, ensuring completion in accordance with relevant guidelines, quality, and deadlines, at or below budget

Maintain accurate and complete records of work activities, in accordance with legislative requirements and the department's records, information security and privacy policies and requirements.

Undertake secretariat role for the project workgroups and coordinate papers, related actions and follow up activity to ensure that milestones are achieved.

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

**Please note –The position description for Program Officer attached is for this role (the name is slightly different for advertising purposes).

About you

You have project management experience in a similar role, are collaborative by nature, have superior stakeholder management skills and are able to build strong relationships at all levels. You will have effective communication skills and be able to maintain simple, consistent and transparent information on a large number of projects to enable effective delivery, encourage efficient input and assurance.

We encourage people regionally based in New South Wales to apply as we have flexible working arrangements available.

Salary and Benefits

The salary for this position is Transport Grade 7 – ($106,086 to $118,816) per annum plus superannuation and leave loading.

For more information on Employee Benefits at TfNSW please click here

Interested? 

Right now is an exciting time to join our team as we are delivering the largest infrastructure program Australia has ever seen – to keep people and goods moving, connect communities and shape the future of our cities, centres and regions.

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

How to apply

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

Closing Date for applications is Sunday 27th 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 and their teams. 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 Karen Singer at KAREN.SINGER3@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU.

Apply today to register your interest!

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

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