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 NSW Government has a vision for vibrant and growing regional economies, providing NSW residents with more jobs, greater opportunities, and better quality of life. Fast rail will help shape the future growth of our cities and regions; bring people, jobs, and services closer together; and provide a catalyst for greater investment in the regions.

The Fast Rail Team, based in the Regional and Outer Metropolitan division of TfNSW, is centered on delivering faster, more efficient, and reliable journey times along strategic corridors that link our major cities and growing regional centers. To know more, please click on https://www.nsw.gov.au/a-fast-rail-future-for-nsw

The opportunity

We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Manager, Delivery Strategy to lead the development of delivery, contracting and commercial models and principles for the Fast rail program and individual projects during the development phase, and manage the transition into the procurement phase.

In this role, you will provide expert advice on strategic procurement options and contracting solutions that would be suitable for proposed investments. You will also provide support on the application of commercial structuring and financial analysis across projects in accordance with relevant frameworks, policies, and standards.

What you will be involved in:

You will lead the continuing development of optimal delivery strategies for individual projects to deliver the required customer, operational and product outcomes

Coordinate and integrate the contributions of specialists to support the achievement of best practice commercial delivery and contract documentation. This will include commercial, project delivery, industry engagement, financial advisory, legal and transaction management

Lead the development of third-party interface agreement frameworks to ensure third party performance and integration against key performance indicators

Lead the development and implementation of an industry engagement plan to inform projects’ definition and delivery strategies

Conduct an international standard benchmarking process to support continuous improvement and best practices 

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

About you

You have a thorough understanding of the planning, procurement, and delivery phases of major infrastructure projects, and demonstrated experience in developing delivery, contracting and commercial models and principles for major projects.

This role requires an individual with a demonstrated commitment to the customer, understanding that our customers are at the front and centre of everything we do. You will display an adaptable and agile approach and an ability to navigate complex problems, be able to forward plan and provide strategic direction to foresee and manage future issues before they arise. 

As a strong people leader, you will drive a high-performance culture across the business and be comfortable collaborating with industry parties and stakeholders, effectively managing their expectations. 

Salary and Benefits

This is a Transport Senior Service role offering an attractive remuneration package.

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!

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

How to apply

To apply for this position, please submit a resume and address the questions within the application.

Close Date: 11:59 PM, Monday 28th 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 Wazma Rawan at WAZMA.RAWAN@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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