Senior Advisor Industry Skills and Diversity

Transport for NSW; Sydney; On-site; AUD 163,000 - 183,000; Full time

Job summary

Transport for NSW is seeking a Senior Advisor to drive industry skills and diversity initiatives across major projects. You will translate complex data into actionable insights, inform policy direction, and support decision-making at senior levels.

The role emphasizes collaboration with project teams, contractors and stakeholders to deliver measurable outcomes. You will lead data-driven analysis on workforce trends, develop KPIs, and advocate for outcomes that enhance industry capability and

Qualifications

• Analytical thinking, reporting expertise and stakeholder engagement skills across infrastructure, construction and industry development.

Responsibilities

• Lead reporting on industry skills, diversity priorities and workforce trends.
• Develop KPIs and performance measures in collaboration with partner teams.
• Analyse workforce and labour market trends to inform policy and strategic direction.
• Provide evidence-based recommendations to support Transport's commitments and objectives.
• Turn policy commitments into reportable outcomes for executive and ministerial audiences.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Reporting

Policy analysis

KPI development

Job description

Senior Advisor Industry Skills and Diversity

Organisation/Entity:Transport For NSW

Job category:Projects

Job location:Sydney, NSW, AU, 2000

Job reference number:111844

Employment type:Permanent Full-Time

Salary range:$163145.0-$182721.0

You understand the importance of respect and being inclusive, it’s part of who you are.

You know that to make a meaningful contribution there needs to be connection and collaboration across the teams. Here’s your opportunity to help our people make a big impact.

In this role, you'll:

be working as part of a team delivering industry skills, diversity and local manufacturing outcomes across Transport’s infrastructure portfolio.

This role will see you translate complex data, reporting and industry insights into meaningful recommendations that inform policy, strategic direction and organisational decision-making.

You’ll lead reporting on industry skills and diversity priorities, develop KPIs and performance measures in collaboration with partner teams, analyse workforce and labour market trends, and provide advice that supports Transport’s commitments and objectives, and help turn policy commitments into reportable outcomes on the ground.

You’ll also partner with project teams, contractors and key stakeholders to gather data, identify trends and deliver clear, compelling insights for executive and ministerial audiences.

You will lead analysis and evidence-based recommendations based on reported data in a complex infrastructure environment, helping shape policy, influence strategy and improve industry capability, workforce outcomes and diversity across major projects.

For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack.

About you

Your analytical thinking, reporting expertise and stakeholder engagement skills formed across infrastructure, construction, manufacturing, industry development or related sectors will see you excel in transforming complex information into clear, actionable insights that support strategic decision-making and policy outcomes.

You’re recognised as a collaborative and adaptable professional, skilled at interpreting data, identifying trends and communicating findings to diverse audiences.

Experienced in reporting, workforce development, social procurement, employment, training, industry capability initiatives, you bring a strong understanding of contractor reporting requirements, performance measurement and evidence-based decision-making.

You are passionate about making a difference, thrive in a people-focused environment and consistently demonstrate integrity, compassion and collaboration.

Your ability to translate the “so what?” behind the data into practical recommendations, while balancing competing priorities and building strong stakeholder relationships, will enable you to deliver meaningful outcomes for Transport, industry and the communities we serve.

Who we are

Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day.

Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers.

Flexible work optionsmay be available. Learn more viaFlexible work options and policy

Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal People or Supporting People with Disability for more information or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us.

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