Senior Transport Strategy Officer

Transport for NSW; Sydney; On-site; AUD 121,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Job summary

Transport For NSW in Sydney, NSW, Australia, seeks a professional to support development and implementation of transport strategies and strategic projects aligned to government priorities and organisational objectives.

You will apply strong research and analytical skills to produce evidence-based advice grounded in transport principles and policy frameworks, prepare high-quality documentation, submissions and reports, and contribute to project planning, coordination and reporting.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting transport strategy, policy development or strategic projects in a complex environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and translate insights into practical advice.
• Proven capability producing clear, accurate and well-structured reports, briefs and submissions.
• Sound understanding of transport principles, policy frameworks and government processes.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of transport strategies and strategic projects aligned to government priorities and organisational objectives.
• Apply strong research and analytical skills to produce evidence-based advice grounded in transport principles and policy frameworks.
• Prepare high-quality documentation, submissions and reports that are clear, accurate and decision‑ready.
• Contribute to project planning, coordination and reporting, ensuring progress, risks and issues are effectively managed and communicated.
• Ensure strategy development and implementation are underpinned by robust evidence, consultation and alignment with policy requirements.
• Collaborate with specialist teams and stakeholders across Transport to support practical delivery of strategy initiatives.
• Represent the team in internal and external meetings or working groups, contributing technical input and strategic insight.
• Support a collaborative and inclusive working environment by modelling Transport's Connected Leadership behaviours.

Skills

Transport strategy

Policy development

Strategic projects

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Report writing

Education

Tertiary qualifications or equivalent

Job description

Organisation/Entity: Transport For NSW

Job category: Projects

Job location:

Sydney, NSW, AU, 2020

Job reference number: 106412

Employment type: Permanent Full-Time

Salary range: $121175.0-$135716.0

You see the big picture, you've always worked on a grand scale, and now you're ready to re-focus on grand impact.

Here's your chance to design and deliver efficient, customer-focused services that also enhance accessibility, sustainability and overall quality of living for more people than you've imagined.

In this role, you'll:

• Support the development and implementation of transport strategies and strategic projects aligned to government priorities and organisational objectives
• Apply strong research and analytical skills to produce evidence-based advice grounded in transport principles and policy frameworks
• Prepare high-quality documentation, submissions and reports that are clear, accurate and decision‑ready
• Contribute to project planning, coordination and reporting, ensuring progress, risks and issues are effectively managed and communicated
• Ensure strategy development and implementation are underpinned by robust evidence, consultation and alignment with policy requirements
• Collaborate with specialist teams and stakeholders across Transport to support practical delivery of strategy initiatives
• Represent the team in internal and external meetings or working groups, contributing technical input and strategic insight
• Support a collaborative and inclusive working environment by modelling Transport's Connected Leadership behaviours

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

About you:

• Demonstrated experience supporting transport strategy, policy development or strategic projects in a complex environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and translate insights into practical advice
• Proven capability producing clear, accurate and well-structured reports, briefs and submissions
• Sound understanding of transport principles, policy frameworks and government processes
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality outputs within agreed timeframes
• Confidence contributing to meetings, workshops and working groups with internal and external stakeholders
• Tertiary qualifications, or demonstrated relevant equivalent professional experience
• Experience providing research, analysis or advisory support in transport, planning, policy or strategy roles
• Eligibility to work in Australia

Who We Are

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

Join 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.

Flexible work options may be available. Learn more via Flexible work options and policy

Applications close 11:59 PM Monday 19 October 2026

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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