Statutory Land Advisor (Fixed Term Opportunities until 2028))

Transport for NSW; Sydney; On-site; AUD 142,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

Transport For NSW is seeking a skilled land acquisition professional to lead compulsory acquisition processes for major transport infrastructure projects across NSW. You will advise project teams, manage stakeholder engagement, and ensure land access is lawful, ethical and on time.

You will apply statutory frameworks to deliver timely land access, road dedication and related transactions in a high‑profile environment, balancing community expectations with project delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience in government, infrastructure, land acquisition, planning, legal or valuation environments.
• Strong advisory and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to manage complex statutory processes and negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Lead compulsory acquisition processes for major transport projects across NSW.
• Advise project teams and senior stakeholders to ensure land is acquired and accessed lawfully and on time.
• Navigate statutory frameworks to deliver timely land access and related transactions.

Job description

Organisation/Entity: Transport For NSW

Job category: Projects

Job location:

Macquarie Park, NSW, AU, 2113

Job reference number: 110842

Employment type: Fixed Term Full-Time

Salary range: $141678.0-$158677.0

You crave a career that pushes you, where you'll meet challenges head on and you're guaranteed to grow.

You're a forward thinker who sees potential where others don't. You'll have the chance to shape and transform urban spaces, contribute to sustainable development and create vibrant, liveable communities for future generations to enjoy.

In this role, you'll:

Be working as part of a team delivering statutory land acquisition and land access services for major transport infrastructure projects across NSW, this role will see you leading compulsory acquisition processes, advising project teams and senior stakeholders, and ensuring land is acquired and accessed lawfully, ethically and on time to support construction delivery.

You will navigate and apply statutory frameworks to deliver timely land access, statutory transactions including compulsory acquisition, road dedication and declaration in a complex, high‑profile infrastructure environment with competing stakeholder interests and legislative obligations.

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

About You

Your strong statutory, advisory and stakeholder engagement skills, formed across government, infrastructure, property, land acquisition, planning, legal or valuation environments, will see you excel in managing complex compulsory acquisition matters, influencing outcomes across multiple projects and balancing legislative compliance with community expectations to lead to successful land acquisition, access and compensation outcomes that enable project delivery.

You’re recognised as a trusted advisor who acts with integrity and sound judgement, skilled at managing sensitive statutory processes and stakeholder negotiations, experienced in working within legislative frameworks, advising on compulsory acquisition and land access, and contributing to large‑scale infrastructure or property programs.

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 Thursday 17 September 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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