Senior Project Governance Officer

Transport for NSW; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Transport for NSW is seeking experienced professionals to lead governance for major delivery portfolios. You will manage forums, shape decision papers and maintain strong reporting and control practices to ensure clarity and confident decisions across multiple priorities.

The role sits in a hands-on governance function, working with project teams to translate governance requirements into actionable guidance. This is an in-person, on-site role with permanent opportunities and fixed-term slots.

Qualifications

• Experience across PMO, governance or assurance roles.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and provide clear oversight.
• Ability to translate governance requirements into actionable guidance.

Responsibilities

• Support governance of major delivery portfolios by managing forums and shaping decision papers.
• Maintain robust reporting and control practices across programs.
• Collaborate with project teams to enable timely decisions across priorities.

Skills

Governance

PMO

Delivery

Reporting

Stakeholder mgmt

Job description

This is more than governance It’s about influencing how critical programs succeed. Bring your experience to lead, direct and procure complex work packages that deliver real value at scale.

In this role, you will: Support the effective governance of major delivery portfolios by managing forums, shaping decision papers, and maintaining robust reporting and control practices. You will work with project teams to bring clarity to complex issues, enabling confident, timely decisions across multiple priorities.

Note: There are 2x permanent roles available and 5x roles Temporary Fixed Term until 31/03/2028. For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack.

About you

You combine governance expertise with sound judgement and a practical approach to delivery. Experienced across PMO, governance or assurance roles, you confidently manage multiple priorities, provide clear oversight, and translate governance requirements into actionable guidance. You build strong relationships quickly and are trusted to apply governance frameworks that keep programs aligned, transparent and on track.

Who we are

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

J oin us

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 . This is an in-person, on-site role. Applications close 11:59 PM Friday 23rd October, 2026.

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

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