SES Band 1, Affirmative Measures, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander

Australian Department of Employment and Workplace Relations; Sydney; On-site; AUD 320,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

The Australian Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR) in Sydney CBD NSW is seeking an Assistant Secretary-level leader to guide policy, programs, service delivery and corporate functions. This role focuses on strategic leadership, shaping outcomes for Australians, and driving delivery across multiple portfolios.

As a member of the executive, you will navigate ambiguity, build trusted relationships and lead high‑performing teams to deliver significant public value.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and advice on complex issues
• Drive delivery of government priorities and organisational outcomes
• Lead high‑performing and inclusive teams
• Build partnerships across government, industry and the community
• Contribute to DEWR's broader stewardship and future capability

Job description

SES Band 1, Affirmative Measures, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander

Australian Department of Employment and Workplace Relations – Sydney CBD NSW

The Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR) supports Australians to have safe, secure and well‑paid work with the skills for a sustainable future. We are looking for exceptional leaders to help shape policy, drive delivery and position the department for what comes next.

About the role

As an Assistant Secretary, you will lead significant and complex work that contributes to outcomes for Australians. Opportunities may arise across policy, programs, service delivery, workplace relations, skills and training, regulation, digital, data, transformation and corporate functions. You will:

• Provide strategic leadership and advice on complex issues
• Drive delivery of government priorities and organisational outcomes
• Lead high‑performing and inclusive teams
• Build partnerships across government, industry and the community
• Contribute to DEWR's broader stewardship and future capability

About you

You are a strategic and influential leader with strong judgement, a collaborative approach and a track record of delivering results in complex environments. You can navigate ambiguity, build trusted relationships and bring people together to achieve meaningful outcomes.