Senior Manager Strategic Communications and Engagement
At a glance
Senior Communications role at Transport for NSW. Sydney.
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What you'll do
- Direct central strategic and crisis communications during major incidents, emergencies and government responses
- Set enterprise communications plans that align messaging across Transport’s divisions and priorities
- Oversee Connecting NSW, all-Transport livestreams, integrity initiatives and other major programs
- Lead two teams while building their capability, collaboration and delivery standards
- Advise senior executives, government stakeholders and partner agencies on risks and reputation
What you bring
- Significant leadership experience in strategic and crisis communications within complex, high-profile settings
- A record of leading teams, enterprise programs and communications during crisis or emergency situations
- Strong judgement and influencing ability across senior executives, government stakeholders and large organisations
- Relevant tertiary study or comparable professional experience is valued
Who this fits
You’ll suit a senior communications leader who can guide teams, advise executives and coordinate messaging across a large organisation. The work covers high-profile incidents, public-interest issues, emergency responses and enterprise priorities in Sydney. Flexible work options may be available.
From the employer
Shape and lead communications for one of Australia's largest and most complex organisations.
From major crises and whole-of-government responses to enterprise-wide engagement programs, you'll influence how Transport communicates, responds and connects across NSW.
In this role you'll:
- lead Transport's central strategic and crisis communications function, providing leadership during high-profile incidents, emergencies and whole-of-government responses
- drive enterprise-wide communications planning and alignment, ensuring consistent messaging and engagement across Transport's diverse divisions and priorities
- oversee the planning and delivery of programs including Transport’s Connecting NSW Strategy, all-Transport livestreams, integrity and corruption prevention initiatives, and other enterprise-wide communications priorities
- lead and develop two high-performing teams, fostering capability, collaboration and excellence in communication delivery
- build trusted relationships with senior executives, government stakeholders and partner agencies to influence outcomes, manage risks and enhance organisational reputation.
For more information, please view the role description and information pack.
About you
You are a highly credible communications leader with significant experience delivering strategic and crisis communications in complex, high-profile environments. You have successfully led teams, managed enterprise-wide communications programs and provided trusted advice to senior executives and government stakeholders while navigating issues with reputational, operational and public interest impacts.
You bring exceptional judgement, stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, with a proven ability to align communications across large organisations and deliver major strategic initiatives. Your experience includes leading crisis and emergency responses, driving enterprise-wide communications planning and building high-performing teams that achieve meaningful organisational outcomes. Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent professional experience are highly regarded.
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, 06 October 2026
For more information about this role, please contact EFFIE.ROGARIS@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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