Senior Manager Transformation Program Planning

Organisation/Entity: Transport For NSW

Job category: Senior Executive

Job location:
Macquarie Park, NSW, AU, 2113

Job reference number: 102974

Employment type: Permanent Full-Time

Salary range: An attractive remuneration package

You're a leader who takes ownership and actively creates positive change.

You're ready to play an essential role behind the scenes by providing vital support, ensuring seamless project execution, and playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of transportation.

In this role, you'll:

Oversee project allocation and prioritisation, establishing governance across the program portfolio and guiding stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery. Partner with the Project Management Office (PMO) to define program/project scope and requirements.

Lead a team of four (4) to drive business outcomes and contributes to the development of the Centre of Excellence (COE) fostering collaboration to enhance project capability. You will also provide coaching and mentorship to leaders and project professionals, promoting continuous learning.

Direct project governance, methodology and assurance and ensure program outcomes are delivered, in alignment with established process frameworks, project delegations and set portfolio standards

Guide portfolio teams in driving cross-functional collaboration to support successful project delivery.

New permanent, fulltime Transport Service Senior Manager | Home office Macquarie Park. Hybrid work arrangements based on role requirements and in line with Transport's evolving policies for workplace presence.

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

About you

A seasoned and dynamic Transformation Program leader you're recognised for your expertise in providing strategic oversight and direction across complex programs/projects, while navigating organisational change and ensuring alignment with broader business objectives. You possess:

• Demonstrated experience in large-scale change management, process improvement, and strategic planning and execution within a complex and constrained environment.

• Sound understanding of key project management methodologies, including Agile and Waterfall.

• Demonstrated strong relationship management and project management expertise.

• Tertiary qualifications in business or a related field, or demonstrated, equivalent professional experience.

• Professional certifications such as Project Management Professional (PMP), Agile, Prosci, or Six Sigma.

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.

We offer a wide range of employee benefits, like our award-winning flexible and hybrid work options.

This role is hybrid-friendly, meaning you can mix in-person days at your team's home base location with remote days.

What are you waiting for…? Connect with us. Apply now

Applications close: 11:59 pm Thursday 27 November 2025.

For more information about this role, please contact CHRISTINE..NSW.GOV.AU.

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