Job Description

You’re someone who wants to create outcomes that have a real impact on the people of NSW.

You’re called upon to help decision makers identify the options that best match their objectives. This is your opportunity to deliver exceptional services to the people of NSW, create innovative solutions, and foster strong partnerships.

In this role, you'll:

Work as part of a specialist team delivering strategic contract implementation, management and procurement solutions that drive value and efficiency across the organization.

You will lead complex contract negotiations, manage supplier relationships, and ensure compliance with policies and regulations within a rail infrastructure focus (experience with Inland Rail will be well regarded, but is not essential)

You will play a key role in optimizing high-value contract performance whilst identifying opportunities for cost savings and service improvements.

You will pioneer innovative approaches to contract management and broker strong partnerships in a dynamic, challenging environment where attention to detail and strategic thinking are critical.

Your expertise in contract management, procurement, and stakeholder engagement formed across sectors such as government, infrastructure, or large-scale corporate environments will see you excel in delivering robust contractual outcomes, mitigating risk, and driving operational efficiency.

You are recognized as a strategic negotiator, skilled at building collaborative third-party relationships, and experienced in managing high-value, complex contracts from initiation to close-out.

This is a permanent Hybrid role with five days a month to be spent at your home hub and a further five days to be spent at either your home hub or another TfNSW location. Whilst we prefer you to be based in Newcastle, this is not essential.

For more information on this position and business unit, view the and information pack.

About you

Demonstrated experience in valuable contract management and procurement, including negotiation and administration of complex, high-value rail infrastructure contracts.

Strong knowledge of contract law, compliance frameworks, and risk management principles.

Proven ability to develop and maintain effective stakeholder relationships across diverse internal and external groups.

Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify efficiencies and deliver cost savings.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear reports and recommendations.

Experience in using contract management systems and tools to monitor performance and ensure compliance.

Relevant tertiary qualifications in law, business, commerce, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.

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

We offer a wide range of employee benefits, like our award-winning flexible and hybrid work options.

This role is hybrid-friendly, meaning you can mix in-person days at your team’s home base location with remote days.

What are you waiting for…? Connect with us. Apply now!

Applications close: 11:59 pm 28th April 2026

For more information about this role, please contact RICHARD.PICKFORD@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 info or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us.

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