You’re a determined leader who stays true to your purpose and enjoys overcoming setbacks or obstacles.
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.
In this role, you'll:
You will lead the development and implementation of Transport’s sustainability strategies and initiatives, with a focus on net zero, carbon management, energy efficiency, renewable energy and the circular economy.
You will oversee sustainability performance and annual reporting, establishing frameworks, goals and measures that support organisational and government requirements. Working across the organisation, you will coordinate stakeholder input and translate sustainability priorities into practical programs and outcomes.
This role will see you provide strategic advice and technical guidance, develop business cases and improvement initiatives, and build strong stakeholder relationships to drive best practice sustainability outcomes across Transport.
For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack.
About you
You will bring 5 to 7 years’ experience in sustainability, with strong project management, stakeholder engagement and written communication skills.
You will have experience developing and delivering sustainability initiatives across carbon management, energy efficiency, renewable energy and the circular economy.
You are confident leading annual sustainability reporting, coordinating input from multiple stakeholders and producing high quality report content.
You will also have experience implementing organisational sustainability strategies and driving initiatives through to successful delivery.
Essential Requirements
• Relevant tertiary qualification in environmental science, engineering or related discipline
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.
Flexible work options may be available. Learn more via Flexible work options and policy
Apply today
Applications close 11:59 PM Sunday 15 November 2026
For more information about this role, please contact SANDRA.FEENEY@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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