Senior Program Manager-Renewable Energy Zones Operations (Up to 20 Months Temporary Opportunity)

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Transport for NSW seeks a Senior Program Manager for Renewable Energy Zones Operations to lead a multi-year program delivering wind and solar capacity and oversee transport of energy infrastructure into Renewable Energy Zones, supporting the Net Zero Future Act 2023. You’ll plan and manage transport operations for turbine components and transformers while minimising risk and community impact on the road network. The fixed-term role runs to 31 December 2027, with a home office at 231 Elizabeth Street and travel to sites including Newcastle, plus flexible hybrid work. To apply, show a proven track record delivering complex infrastructure, strong governance and risk discipline, and cross-agency leadership; tailor your resume to transport logistics, review the role description and information pack, and contact Trish Smith with questions. Applications close 16 June 2026.

You may have been part of some big projects before, but this work is legacy-building.

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 a program of works delivering new wind and solar generation across NSW, supporting the Government’s Climate Change (Net Zero Future) Act 2023.

As the Senior Program Manager, you will plan and manage the operational delivery of oversize and over-mass renewable energy infrastructure into Renewable Energy Zones (REZ).

This includes facilitating the transport of wind turbine towers and blades, transformers, and synchronous condensers.

The role will establish and oversee transport operations and escort functions, managing risks and minimising cumulative impacts to the road network, its users, and local communities during operational delivery.

This is a Fixed Term Contract until 31/12/27. The home office location is 231 Elizabeth and will require ad hoc travel with advanced notice to site locations and our Newcastle office.  It is embedded within the team’s established ways of working and supports collaborative delivery. Flexible hybrid work options are available to promote balance and productivity.

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

About you

You have the following experience:

• You’ve got solid experience delivering complex infrastructure programs
• You have an expert knowledge of road network operations, transportation logistics and couple with ongoing cumulative impacts to local communities.
• You understand risk, governance, and delivery discipline—you know how to keep things on track.
• You have a proven ability to lead teams and coordinate across multiple stakeholders/agencies.

Who we are

Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day. 

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