Senior Manager Communications Partnering - Temporary Opportunity Up to 20 m at Transport for NSW

Macquarie Park, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Jun, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strategic Communications, Stakeholder Engagement, People Leadership, Program Management, Executive Advisory, Crisis Communications, Change Management, Corporate Narrative, Integrated Communications, Operational Readiness, Public Relations, Strategic Planning

Industry

Government Administration

Description

You’re someone who wants to create outcomes that have a real impact on the people of NSW. You're ready to help shape our narrative. Your expertise will amplify the impact of initiatives, foster public trust and ensure our stakeholders are engaged and empowered by what we do. In this role, you'll: Support some of Transport’s key priorities, including public transport initiatives, new infrastructure, emerging technology and customer products and changes. In this newly created role, you will be a key partner for the communications team, working closely with Executive Directors and senior leaders to support major programs such as Western Sydney Airport, Renewable Energy Zones, e micromobility, maritime initiatives and innovation projects. You will turn complex business needs into clear, strategic and impactful communication approaches that align with organisational priorities. You will also coordinate with other key communication teams including media, campaigns, stakeholder engagement and operational communications to ensure integrated and seamless delivery. With two direct reports, you will establish best practice systems, processes and partnering models for a recently established partnering team. You will provide leadership and strategic oversight to ensure consistent messaging, strong executive engagement and high quality communications that support transformation and organisational readiness. This is a temporary full time opportunity up to 31/01/2028. Please click here to view the role description and for more information on working at TfNSW please view the information pack. About you You’re a senior communications professional with a strong record of delivering high impact strategies across complex organisations. You provide clear, structured advice to executive leaders and are confident navigating transformation, operational change and high profile programs. You understand how to tailor messaging for diverse audiences, including frontline and operational teams, and you use the right channels and insights to drive engagement. You’re also an experienced people leader who builds capability, fosters collaboration and delivers consistent, high quality work across multiple projects. With strong program management skills and a strategic mindset, you bring structure, judgement and a partnering approach that strengthens a growing communications function and supports organisational priorities. 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 Apply today Applications close 11:59 PM Tuesday 9 June 2026 For more information about this role, please contact LUCY.BROPHY@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU. 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. Learn more about how to apply via Our recruitment process | Transport for NSW #LI-Hybrid #LI-DNI

Responsibilities

The role involves partnering with senior leaders to develop strategic communication approaches for major transport initiatives and infrastructure projects. You will lead a small team to establish best practice partnering models and ensure consistent messaging across various communication channels.