Strategic Project Risk Lead

Transport for NSW

Sydney

On-site

AUD 138,000 - 154,000

Full time

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Job summary

Transport for NSW is seeking a Senior Risk Manager to embed robust risk governance across the project lifecycle in Macquarie Park, NSW. You will lead risk-management frameworks, provide expert advice, and support proactive mitigation to enable informed decision making on strategic programs. Flexible work options may be available; applications close 9 September 2026.

Join a diverse team delivering safer, more efficient transport outcomes for NSW, connecting communities and industry every day.

Qualifications

  • Strong project risk management expertise.
  • Ability to interpret trends and influence stakeholders.
  • Experience coaching teams in applying risk practices.

Responsibilities

  • Embed robust risk management across the project lifecycle.
  • Provide expert risk advice and proactive mitigation to strengthen governance.
  • Enable risk-informed planning and decision making in a complex environment.

Skills

Risk management
Stakeholder influence
Analytical capability
Coaching teams

Job description

Transport for NSW is seeking a Senior Risk Manager to embed robust risk governance across the project lifecycle in Macquarie Park, NSW. You will lead risk-management frameworks, provide expert advice, and support proactive mitigation to enable informed decision making on strategic programs. Flexible work options may be available; applications close 9 September 2026.

Join a diverse team delivering safer, more efficient transport outcomes for NSW, connecting communities and industry every day.

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