You're passionate about a career delivering solutions that impact millions.
You're looking to contribute to the transformation of the transport sector towards a greener and more sustainable future. You want to actively participate in shaping policies and initiatives that reduce carbon emissions, promote renewable energy adoption, and enhance the overall environmental performance of the transport network.
Provide strategic environmental and sustainability advice to support the successful delivery of complex infrastructure projects and operational initiatives.
Lead environmental impact assessments, compliance activities, and sustainability initiatives to achieve regulatory and organisational outcomes.
Identify environmental risks and opportunities, developing practical solutions to support project delivery and minimise environmental impacts.
Review and endorse environmental management plans, assessments, and reports, providing expert guidance on complex environmental matters.
Partner with project teams, contractors, regulators, and stakeholders to embed environmental best practice across the asset lifecycle.
Drive a culture of environmental accountability through coaching, knowledge sharing, compliance monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Preferred Location/Travel Requirement: Sydney CBD. As part of the Regional Rail Program, this role involves travelling across NSW, with overnight site visits required to support project delivery, build stakeholder relationships, and ensure successful on-site outcomes.
The team also comes together in person for activities such as branch all-in days, training sessions, planning workshops and collaborative work.
For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack.
Demonstrated experience delivering environmental and sustainability outcomes within infrastructure, transport, construction, or major project environments.
Strong knowledge of environmental legislation, impact assessment processes, regulatory approvals, and compliance frameworks.
Proven ability to identify and manage environmental risks, provide strategic advice, and resolve complex environmental issues.
Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Environmental Engineering, Planning, Sustainability, or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
Experience monitoring environmental performance and driving sustainable practices that support organisational and community objectives.
Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day.
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
Applications close 11:59 PM Wednesday 16 September 2026
For more information about this role, please contact SRIVATSA.LAKSHMINARAYANA@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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