Job Description

Working at Transurban is different;it’sa place where you can see the benefits of your work play out in real life, every day. We create city-sized solutions—building andoperatingsafer, smarter, and more sustainable roads—to solve pressing transport challenges that are slowing cities down. 

About the role 
 

We'reseeking a Head of Asset PerformanceNSWto lead the efficient and effective management ofmaintenance across Transurban's full NSWasset portfolio.

You'lljoin a senior leadership team that takes a best-practice, commercially disciplined approach to asset management — partnering closely with service providers, governmentstakeholdersand internal teams to deliver infrastructure that millions of people rely on every day.

As our Head of AssetPerformanceNSW,you'llsit at the intersection of commercial performance, technicalassuranceand people leadership — owning a complex, high-stakes portfolio where the decisions you make directly impact the safety,reliabilityand long-term value of some of Australia's most critical road infrastructure. No two days look the same, and the scale of whatyou'llbe accountable for is significant.

Day-to-day, you will: 
 

• Lead the development and execution of Annual MaintenancePlans and asset management strategies,balancing risk,complianceand commercial performance across a complex infrastructure portfolio Key assets includeWestconnex,Northconnex, Hills M2, M5 East, M5 Southwest,Lane Cover Tunnel, EasternDistributorandCross City Tunnel.

• Manage commercial and operational relationships with key Service Providers, driving accountability for delivery,qualityand contract performance

• Provide budgetarymanagementfor maintenance operational expenditure across NSW, with a focus on fiscal discipline and value optimisation

• Lead Technical Assurance inspection capability, embedding a culture of high-quality data collection to inform asset decisions

• Partner with senior internal and external stakeholders — including State Government, ConcessionPartnersand O&M contractors — to drive mutually beneficial network outcomes

• Lead and develop a high-performing team, fostering a one-team mindset and a strong safety,riskand performance culture

This role will suit someone with a curious mind andtransferableskills and experiences, including: 
 

• Provenoperationsandcontractmanagement experience in a major infrastructure or maintenance environment, with strong commercial and financial acumen

• Demonstrated experience in compliance, HSE and risk management, including the preparation and implementation of incident management plans

• Significant stakeholder management experience, including engagement with government,contractorsand community partners at a senior level

• Strong people leadership capability, witha track recordof building and developing high-performing teams

• A degree in Engineering, Management,Commerceor a related discipline — postgraduate qualifications and experience with road or tunnel technology (tolling, traffic management, safety systems) highly regarded

If you meet some of these requirements, but not all, we encourage you tosubmityour application. 

With a career at Transurban,you’llenjoy a range of benefits, including: 
 

• A range of flexible working and leave options, including theoptiontopurchaseanadditionalsix weeks of leave each year  

• 16 weekspaid parental leave (regardless of gender or carer status), with no waiting period, with Superannuation paid during unpaid leaveas well

• Learning and development opportunities to support your career interests 

• Health and wellbeing support—access to Headspace and our EAP program, wellness facilities, and more 

• Share offers and insurance benefits 

• Social activities, community give-backprogramsand paid volunteer days 

We offer a range of flexible working and leave options,so you can balance your work and life commitments and interests.Have a conversation with us about how this could work for you.  
 

We embrace diversity with a foundation of safety,wellbeingand inclusion; where everyone belongs. We treat everyone with fairness,considerationand respect, regardless of gender, gender identity, marital or family status, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity, religious beliefs, cultural or socio-economic background, perspective, and experience – whether they work for us or not. We want to ensure everyone feels comfortable and safe to express ideas,questionsand concerns. 

We strongly encourage applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds and lived experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people living with disability. If yourequireany adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please contact us oncareers@transurban.com  

Ready to help us keep cities moving?Apply today. 

Job Type:

Permanent

Closing Date:

24-Apr-2026 0:00

Please note The closing date reflects the time zone of the Primary Location for this job posting.

Primary Location:

Sydney CBD, Inner West & Eastern Suburbs Sydney NSW