Senior Communications & Engagement Officer (Temporary opportunity up to 12 months)
At a glance
Senior Communications role at Transport for NSW. Macquarie Park.
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What you'll do
- Help shape communications for Safety, Legislation, Policy and other priority projects across the Rollingstock and Engineering and Maintenance Branches
- Build communication plans and publish creative material across channels as part of end-to-end communications work
- Check that divisional and agency messaging supports business outcomes and follows Transport’s broader communications direction
What you bring
- You have experience planning and delivering targeted communications and engagement activities
- You bring strong writing, editing and proofreading skills, with experience creating content for different channels
- You use research, data and insights to guide communications and assess results
- You can balance competing work, spot risks and opportunities, and advise stakeholders and leaders
Who this fits
This temporary opportunity runs for up to twelve months and suits a strategic communicator who can tailor content for varied audiences. The team is based in Macquarie Park, with a requirement to work from the workplace half the time.
From the employer
If you’re after impact, there’s no other organisation in Australia that delivers work on this scale.
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:
Be assisting in the development and delivery of high value communication strategies for key programs and projects such as Safety, Legislation or Policy projects and other priorities for the Rollingstock and Engineering and Maintenance Branches within Sydney Trains.
You will also contribute to a range of end-to-end communication activities, including the drafting of communication plans and the publishing of creative content across a variety of channels and platforms.
You will ensure all divisional and agency communications support the delivery of optimal business outcomes and are aligned with Transport’s enterprise-wide communications strategy.
The team hub for this role is located in Macquarie Park and there’s the expectation that the successful candidate can commit to our 50% workplace presence requirements.
For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack.
About you
You are a strategic communicator with experience developing and delivering targeted communication and engagement activities. You create compelling content, tailored messaging and communication plans that align with organisational priorities, support business outcomes and resonate with diverse audiences.
You are a skilled writer and storyteller with strong content development, editing and proofreading capabilities. You produce high-quality communication materials across multiple channels, ensuring messaging is clear, engaging and consistent with brand, audience and strategic requirements.
You are analytical and outcomes-focused, using research, data and insights to inform communication strategies and measure success. You can manage competing priorities, identify risks and opportunities, contribute to reporting and evaluation activities, and provide trusted communications advice to stakeholders and leaders.
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 Sunday 11 October 2026
For more information about this role, please contact HALAY.ALKOZAI@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
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