Job Description

• Senior Executive role shaping people strategy and organisational change in a complex, high-impact environment that enables outcomes for NSW communities
• Ongoing role - Full-time or open to job share arrangements
• TRP from $239,251 to $264,197 including superannuation, commensurate with experience
• Based in Parramatta or regional NSW location with flexible working supported

Shape your world. Help shape what great partnering looks like

We’re building something better.

Our People Partnering function is evolving, and this role will help lead that shift. Working closely with senior leaders, you’ll tackle complex workforce challenges, shape strategy and strengthen how we partner across the organisation.

You’ll play a key role in how we support our people and leaders to deliver outcomes for the people of NSW.

About the role

You’ll be at the heart of decision-making - connecting business priorities with people strategy.

In this role, you will:

• Partner with senior leaders to shape workforce strategy and drive outcomes in complex, high-impact environments
• Lead and grow a team, building capability, confidence and credibility
• Strengthen a proactive, insight-led partnering approach across the organisation
• Use data and evidence to guide decisions, challenge thinking and identify emerging risks and opportunities
• Lead complex organisational change across diverse parts of the business
• Navigate competing priorities, bringing clarity, alignment and practical solutions
• Balance day-to-day priorities with longer-term strategic focus

For more information about this position, read the full Role Description: Director People Partners

About You

You bring strong executive credibility and are comfortable operating in complex environments.

You:

• Build trusted relationships and influence at senior levels
• Bring depth in workforce strategy, organisational change and resolving complex people challenges
• Lead and grow capability in others, building high-performing teams
• Exercise sound judgement while balancing competing priorities
• Use data and insight to inform decisions and shape clear, compelling narratives
• Communicate with clarity and influence outcomes, even in challenging or sensitive situations

Why this role

This is a role where you’ll help build something, not just step into it.

You’ll lead how we partner with the business — building capability, bringing sharper insight, and showing up earlier where decisions are made.

You’ll be part of a team that works together, supports one another, and is open to doing things differently.

You’ll influence how we work, challenge thinking, and strengthen the impact of People and Culture across the organisation.

About Us

At the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI), you could shape your world while helping us shape the future of NSW. Together, we create vibrant communities, places and precincts, and manage land, assets and property.

We are a high-performing organisation that proudly reflects the communities we serve. Our diversity strengthens our cultural capability and enables us to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people across NSW. As an inclusive and accessible workplace, we value your contribution, lived experience and cultural knowledge, and we want you to feel supported, connected and empowered to succeed. With flexible work arrangements, job share options, workplace adjustments and various employee affinity groups, we are here to help you thrive every day.

Join us

If this role sounds like the right fit for you, we encourage you to apply with your CV and cover letter. We’d love to hear from you and explore how you can shape your world with us. Applications close Thursday 25 June 2026 at 11.55pm Should you require further information about the role please contact Rose Kent, A/Senior Manager Talent Acquisition on 0419 564 141 or rose.kent@dphi.nsw.gov.au.

A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 63637676​ - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. This role is subject to standard pre-employment checks, including a criminal record check.