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- Opportunity to work on exciting city shaping projects
- Permanent full-time position based in Parramatta
- Hybrid ways of working- WFH
About us
Transport for NSW keeps our State moving by providing safe, integrated and efficient transport systems. We put our customers at the centre of everything we do – and we do a lot. We connect people, communities and industry and manage how they use our road, rail and maritime networks and services, and even active modes like walking and cycling. The work we do connects the journeys you take every day.
We are a state government organisation made up of more than 28,000 people and we're in the middle of delivering the largest transport infrastructure program in Australia's history. We work across planning, policy and procurement, harnessing data and technology to develop smarter and more adaptive transport solutions.
That means job opportunities in metropolitan and regional areas across NSW – and you have the chance to be part of creating a lasting legacy that will benefit generations to come.
Find out more about Transport for NSW
The Division
The Greater Sydney Division is redefining integrated transport choices to improve the lives of customers and communities, making Greater Sydney a better place to live, work and play.
NSW is becoming more mobile and inter-connected than ever. The Planning and Programs division lead the planning, prioritisation, and delivery of current and future investments across the network, through evidence-based decision making, supporting the changes required to translate Future Transport 2056 strategic objectives into customer and community outcomes across Greater Sydney.
The opportunity
The role will see you undertake integrated land use planning and assessment tasks in relation to development by actively participating in negotiations with developers to ensure the efficient operation of the wider transport network. The role also strives to contribute toward place based outcomes by undertaking statutory planning assessment related to development proposals and liaising within TfNSW, across NSW Government and external stakeholders.
What you will be involved in
- Reviewing plans, collating relevant stakeholder advice, formulating, and providing recommendations on a wide range of development applications and proposals.
- Working collaboratively with a wide range of internal stakeholders to build a consistent approach to integrated transport and land use planning.
- Liaising with external stakeholders including Department of Planning and Environment (DPE), and local councils regarding traffic and transport assessment as part of the development process to address potential impacts and recommending mitigation measures.
- Ensure TfNSW meets its statutory obligations in responding to development assessment matters as required under the Environmental Planning and Assessment (EPA) Act regarding land use plans, development of applications and proposals.
About you
To be successful, you must have tertiary qualifications and/or experience in town planning, engineering, environmental science, or another appropriate discipline. You will have strong communication skills, along with the ability to work with people at all levels of our organisation and external stakeholders. You will demonstrate experience in integrated road transport and urban planning and/or development related traffic impact assessment and have knowledge of relevant NSW Government planning legislation and the Roads Act 1993, with the ability to understand and apply.
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Salary and Benefits
The salary for this position is Grade 7A ($108,770) – 7E ($121,822) per annum plus superannuation and leave loading.
For more information on the benefits of working with Transport for NSW, read our employee benefits guide.
Interested?
By joining Transport for NSW, you’ll have access to a range of unique government benefits in a flexible work environment like no other. If you’re ready to step into this meaningful and rewarding role, we want to hear from you!
How to apply
To apply for this position, please submit a resume and answer all questions within the online application process. Applications close: 11:59pm Tuesday 25th July 2023
We’re an inclusive and flexible workplace
Here at Transport, we want our workforce to reflect the communities we serve by being an inclusive, diverse and flexible place for all our people.
We offer a range of flexible work and leave options for our people. These options depend on your role and the work you do. Some of the ways our people work flexibly include a hybrid mix of virtual and in-person collaboration, staggering work hours, or even allocating extra hours worked towards a day off from time to time. We also offer more structured flexible agreements and tailored hybrid options for people who live regionally. We’re proud to be recognised as a FlexReady Certified employer, a Family Inclusive Workplace and winners of the ‘Best Remote Work Strategy’ at the Australian HR Awards 2022.
Transport is committed to creating employment and career development opportunities for Aboriginal people. These include dedicated employee networks and yarn ups, as well as career development, leadership and mentoring programs for Aboriginal people working at Transport to connect, share and learn. Our Aboriginal Employment Unit (AEU), run by a team of Aboriginal employees, is available to support current and prospective employees. For more information, email the AEU team at Aboriginal.Employment@transport.nsw.gov.au or visit Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment page.
We want to ensure that employees living with disability, as well as those providing care, are supported. Visit Supporting people with disability to learn more about our initiatives and requesting recruitment and workplace adjustments.
Please contact the Talent Specialist if you’d like to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us throughout the recruitment process or would like to discuss flexible work options. For any enquiries, please email Chittpurna Choudhary at CHITTPURNA.CHOUDHARY@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU.
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