Job Description

You believe a quality idea wins, and where or who it comes from is less important.

You're passionate about public service and ready to lead a team of professionals, share your expertise and guide decision-making to help shape the future of our State.

In this role, you'll:

Join a team as the Senior Manager with direct input and influence with the Senior Leadership team and report directly to the Executive Director. You will manage a team of Health and Safety practitioners tasked with the development and implementation of innovative safety initiatives across our organisation and the uplift of our Safety Culture across TfNSW.

As the Senior Manager you will oversee and implement safety policies, protocols and procedures, maintain accurate records and facilitates training in compliance with NSW State Government regulations. This includes the Rail Safety National Law, Work Health and Safety Act, Work Health and Safety Regulation, Heavy Vehicle National Law, and relevant Codes of Practice

Your passion for shaping a proactive safety culture and driving strategic change will play a pivotal part in the success if this role. You will work closely with senior leaders to embed safety into every aspect of our operations, champion continuous improvement, and influence behavioural change. You’ll bring deep expertise in safety leadership, strategic thinking, and stakeholder engagement to create a safer, healthier workplace for all.

Please see the and information pack for more information.

About you

•Proven experience in safety strategy and cultural transformation

•Exceptional communication and leadership skills

•Ability to influence at all levels and drive meaningful change

•A passion for creating safer, more resilient workplaces

•Join us and make a lasting impact on the wellbeing of our people.

Key Responsibilities:

•Lead the design and delivery of safety culture programs and strategic frameworks

•Partner with executive teams to drive safety leadership and accountability

•Analyse trends and insights to inform strategic decision-making

•Foster a culture of learning, collaboration, and psychological safety

You are an accomplished and influential safety leader with a passion for driving excellence and shaping the future of safety for TfNSW. As a technical expert, you possess a deep understanding of the Health & Safety industry with a proven ability to navigate complex safety challenges and stakeholders within large-scale infrastructure projects.

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 Monday, 26th January 2026.

For more information about this role, please contact GORAN.DANILOV@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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