Senior Policy Officer

NSW Public Service Commission; Sydney; On-site; AUD 142,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

Transport for NSW is seeking a Senior Policy Officer to join the Freight and Rail Policy team within the Safety, Policy, Environment and Regulation division. The role spans multi-modal freight and rail passenger policy and supports reforms and regulatory changes.

You will develop evidence-based policy, research complex issues, prepare clear advice, and drive legislative initiatives in partnership with internal teams, government agencies, and industry stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Develop evidence-based policy, research complex issues, prepare clear advice, and drive legislative initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal teams, government agencies, and industry stakeholders to inform policy decisions.
• Present clear, persuasive content tailored to different audiences and decision-makers.

Responsibilities

• Join the Freight and Rail Policy team covering multi-modal freight and rail passenger policy.
• Contribute to the Freight Policy Reform Program and related legislative changes.
• Prepare briefings, ministerial advice, meeting minutes, and correspondence.
• Develop practical policy solutions to inform government decision-making.
• Engage and influence a wide range of stakeholders to achieve outcomes.

Skills

Policy analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Written communication

Verbal communication

Policy development

Critical thinking

Research

Project management

Job description

Organisation/Entity: Transport For NSW

Job category: Projects

Job location:
Sydney, NSW, AU, 2020

Job reference number: 111230

Employment type: Permanent Full-Time

Salary range: $141678.0-$158677.0

You’re open to a change of direction and a new challenge. You're a critical thinker who thrives on exploring complex policy issues. Your expertise and advice could influence outcomes for the future of NSW.

In this role, you'll:

Join the Freight and Rail Policy team as a Senior Policy Officer covering multi-modal freight (rail, ports and roads) and rail passenger policy in the Safety, Policy, Environment and Regulation division at Transport for New South Wales.

The team’s key priorities include implementing the Freight Policy Reform Program, changes to the Port and Maritime Administration Act and Rail Access Reform.

The team leads policy and reform initiatives that support key NSW Government priorities including decarbonisation, transport mode shift and zero road trauma through legislative, regulatory and strategic policy reform.

You will develop evidence-based policy, research complex issues, prepare clear advice, and drive legislative initiatives in partnership with internal teams, government agencies, and industry stakeholders.

Common tasks include preparing briefings, ministerial advice, meeting minutes and correspondence.

Working with subject matter experts and internal and external stakeholders, you will develop practical policy solutions that inform government decision making.

You will also present clear advice and contribute to improved outcomes for customers and communities in a fast-paced and complex policy environment.

• You are passionate about using policy as a lever for change.
• You are motivated to make a difference and thrive in environments where your work has visible impact.
• You have strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with demonstrated experience developing high-quality, evidence-based policy advice.
• You possess exceptional written communication skills, with the ability to distil complex information into clear, persuasive and accessible content for a variety of audiences.
• You have strong verbal communication skills with the ability to confidently engage, influence and build relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
• You have a proven ability to manage competing priorities and deliver in a fast-paced environment.
• You are self-driven and collaborative, with a genuine commitment to improving the outcomes for communities.

Work location

This role must be based from the advertised location.

The Freight and Rail Policy team generally attends 231 Elizabeth Street from Tuesday to Thursday.

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 .

Applications close 11:59 PM Wednesday, 16 September 2026

For more information about this role, please contact [e-mail].

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