Senior Communications & Engagement Officer (Temporary opportunity up to 12 months)

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Transport for NSW is hiring two temporary Senior Communications & Engagement Officers (up to 12 months) on-site at Macquarie Park to deliver comms strategies for key programs in Safety, Legislation or Policy within the Rollingstock and Engineering and Maintenance branches. You will lead end-to-end communications, drafting plans and content across channels, ensuring alignment with Transport’s enterprise strategy. A strategic storyteller who translates complex priorities into targeted messaging, manages competing priorities, uses data to measure impact, and advises leaders. Apply by 22 July 2026; see the role description and information pack, contact [email protected]. We value inclusion and offer flexible work options; highlight relevant experience with measurable outcomes and stakeholder engagement.

If you’re after impact, there’s no other organisation in Australia that delivers work on this scale.

You're ready to help shape our narrative. Your expertise will amplify the impact of initiatives, foster public trust and ensure our stakeholders are engaged and empowered by what we do.

In this role, you'll:

Be assisting in the development and delivery of high value communication strategies for key programs and projects such as Safety, Legislation or Policy projects and other priorities for the Rollingstock and Engineering and Maintenance Branches within Sydney Trains.

You will also contribute to a range of end-to-end communication activities, including the drafting of communication plans and the publishing of creative content across a variety of channels and platforms.

You will ensure all divisional and agency communications support the delivery of optimal business outcomes and are aligned with Transport’s enterprise-wide communications strategy.

We are currently have two vacant temporary opportunities up to 12 months.

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

About you

You are a strategic communicator with experience developing and delivering targeted communication and engagement activities. You create compelling content, tailored messaging and communication plans that align with organisational priorities, support business outcomes and resonate with diverse audiences.

You are a skilled writer and storyteller with strong content development, editing and proofreading capabilities. You produce high-quality communication materials across multiple channels, ensuring messaging is clear, engaging and consistent with brand, audience and strategic requirements.

You are analytical and outcomes-focused, using research, data and insights to inform communication strategies and measure success. You can manage competing priorities, identify risks and opportunities, contribute to reporting and evaluation activities, and provide trusted communications advice to stakeholders and leaders.

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.