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 Safety, Environment and Regulation (SER) division leads policy, strategy, standards, advice and support across safety, environment, sustainability, asset management and regulatory outcomes for customers, community and our people (including contractors). SER provides ‘centres of excellence’ with a critical mass of expertise to support line accountability, facilitate consistency and provide assurance across transport. It also delivers a range of regulatory programs. The role will support Rail Delivery project and environment teams within Infrastructure and Place (I&P) and SER.

The Opportunity

Environment & Sustainability is a branch within SER accountable for Environment & Sustainability across TfNSW Heritage Assets, Heritage Policy Development and implementation of Heritage Regulation across Projects in Development across our transport network.

You will be an advocate for heritage, conscious that we act as stewards on behalf of the people of NSW.  Our transport networks have shaped NSW and will continue to do so, respectful of the legacy that they have left in road, rail and maritime history.  Your input makes a difference and shapes what we leave for future generations.

We are seeking to appoint a Senior Environment Officer (Heritage) to join our team based in Macquarie Park/hybrid working. This is a 3 year fixed term role till 30th May 2025. You will be part of a dedicated team ensuring that we preserve our historic assets, whilst enabling an appropriate degree of positive change to ensure that our transport infrastructure can adapt and continue to grow to service all of our customers.

Reporting to the Specialist (Heritage), Rail Delivery, you will provide high quality professional heritage advice and support to internal stakeholders on heritage management on a project basis. You will have the opportunity to engage with regulators on projects, regulatory frameworks, technical practice and policy. There may be some occasional field based sites visits for Sydney metropolitan and regional locations in this role.

In this role you will work closely with Rail Delivery within I&P. Rail Delivery are currently delivering a large volume of work across NSW. The role will provide heritage guidance to manage complex scope and operational constraints of the projects. This is a design focused role, where you will be required to critically review architectural interventions in a heritage context. A background in architecture or related experience is desirable. The role will provide support to the delivery of projects including the Transport Access Program, More Trains More Services and Digital Systems.

About you

You will have proven experience in providing heritage legislative and regulatory advice, heritage design advice (specifically implementing Design in Context), heritage assessment, asset or collection management and conservation. This includes experience in composing or reviewing Statements of Heritage Impacts, Conservation Management Plans and Interpretation Plans.

Tertiary qualification(s) in Heritage Management, Heritage Conservation, and/or Architecture

Sound knowledge and understanding of NSW heritage management framework, legislation and best practice standards, with particular regard to the NSW Heritage Act 1977, the State Agency Heritage Guide and the Burra Charter

Proven ability and highly skilled in heritage research, assessment, and ability to understand and review technical heritage documentation

Proven planning, problem solving and analytical skills with the ability to work through issues with moderate complexity

Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills to engage with, influence and build and maintain relationships with stakeholders

Demonstrated experience in working across organisational boundaries to achieve outcomes, including supporting a contemporary risk-based and integrated approach to heritage issues gained in organisations managing competing priorities and operating in complex, high risk, time constrained environments

Experience in developing and implementing balanced strategies, guidelines and/or policy statements to improve heritage outcomes

White Card/NSW Drivers Licence/RIW Card all desirable.

Want to know more?

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

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!

Don’t miss out! Apply today to register your interest.

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

Salary and Benefits

This is a Grade 8 role offering an attractive remuneration package.

For more information on Employee Benefits at Transport for NSW please click here.

How to apply:

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

Applications close: 11:59pm Sunday, 8th May 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 Namrita Sandhu at NAMRITA.SANDHU@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.

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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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