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Senior Manager Federal Relations
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About this role

 

You’re someone who wants to create outcomes that have a real impact on the people of NSW.

 

You've been looking for an opportunity to influence policies, initiatives, and projects that can improve the lives of millions of people.

 

 

In this role, you'll:

 

Working as part of a team delivering strategic Federal program and investment management including reporting, governance, funding proposals and assurance across Transport for NSW, ensuring compliance with the Federation Funding Agreement and supporting the delivery of Australia's largest infrastructure investment program.

 

This role will see you lead the day-to-day management of the relationship with the Australian Government and internal customers relating to the reporting on approved projects in the Federal Infrastructure Investment Program, working across all program areas in the Transport Cluster in the collection, consolidation, analysis and review of project level financial and technical information relevant to the Australian Government. 

 

You’ll engage in high-level stakeholder management, influence investment decisions, and contribute to strategic planning, risk management, and continuous improvement. Development opportunities include leading a high-performing team, shaping federal relations strategy, and driving innovation in reporting and governance.

 

You will broker new ways of working and improved efficiencies in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment involving Federal and State government agencies, as well as internal teams at Transport for NSW.

 

Working arrangements are hybrid with 2 to 3 days per week in the Sydney Elizabeth St office.

 

For more information please view the role description and information pack.

 

 

About you

 

Your leadership, stakeholder engagement, and project management skills, formed across infrastructure delivery, government relations, and financial and project level reporting, will see you excel in navigating compliance requirements, overcoming competing stakeholder agendas, and delivering accurate and timely reporting that supports strategic investment decisions.

 

You're recognised as a strategic thinker and collaborative leader, skilled at managing relationships, analysing program performance data, developing team capability, experienced in infrastructure reporting, and operating in politically sensitive environments.

 

A background in infrastructure, construction or large-scale project environments; knowledge of government financial reporting frameworks and governance processes and advanced data analytics and visualisation capabilities will be highly valued.

 

 

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 Friday 6 February 2026.

 

For more information about this role, please contact [email protected].

 

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 info or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us. 

 

Need some help with your application? Take a look at our application tips video series.

 

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Tech stack
Leadership,Stakeholder Engagement,Project Management,Infrastructure Delivery,Government Relations,Financial Reporting,Data Analytics,Governance Processes,Strategic Planning,Risk Management,Continuous Improvement,Team Capability Development,Program Performance Analysis,Collaboration,Innovation,Compliance Navigation

About Transport for NSW

We’re an innovative NSW government organisation comprised of a network of agencies and divisions that keep the state moving. Our focus is on delivering safe, reliable and integrated transport networks for everyone.

With over 28,000 team members, we’re committed to inclusion, diversity, and opportunities across metro and regional areas. Join us in shaping a transport network that meets the needs of customers now and into the future.

Right now, we’re focused on making transport fairer and safer for everyone and delivering a more resilient and reliable network. It is all with the view of continually creating better passenger journeys and safer travel for the people using our networks. This also means meaningful employment opportunities across metropolitan and regional areas, with careers in engineering, technology, safety, design, planning, maintenance and frontline jobs delivering services to our passengers.

We’re not just about what we do, but how we do it. Our culture embraces innovation, diversity, and collaboration, ensuring our people thrive while making a lasting impact.

The road ahead is full of opportunity - join us in building the future of transport in NSW.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Truck Transportation

What you'll do

  • Lead the day-to-day management of the relationship with the Australian Government and internal customers regarding the Federal Infrastructure Investment Program. Engage in high-level stakeholder management and contribute to strategic planning and risk management.

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As a Senior Manager Federal Relations at Transport for NSW, you will: lead the day-to-day management of the relationship with the Australian Government and internal customers regarding the Federal Infrastructure Investment Program. Engage in high-level stakeholder management and contribute to strategic planning and risk management..

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