Senior Program Manager - Renewable Energy Zones (Up to 18 Months Temporary Opportunity)

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Transport for NSW seeks a Senior Program Manager for Renewable Energy Zones on a fixed-term basis up to 18 months to lead a program delivering wind and solar generation NSW wide and to enable safe transport of oversize renewable energy infrastructure into Renewable Energy Zones, including turbine towers blades transformers and condensers, while minimising impacts on roads and communities. Based in Sydney with hybrid options and regional candidates encouraged, the role runs until 31 December 2027 with ad hoc travel. Ideal candidates show a proven track record delivering complex infrastructure and non infrastructure programs, deep road network knowledge, strong risk governance and stakeholder leadership in ambiguity. Apply with CVs showing concrete outcomes, align with the Net Zero Future Act 2023, review the role description and information pack, and submit by 16th June 2026 11:59 PM; contact [email protected] for details.

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 ensure an upgraded and integrated transport network that includes the enablement of  safe and timely movement 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—while minimising impacts to the road network, its users, and local communities.

You will be responsible for ensuring network readiness, management of the required infrastructure and non-infrastructure porgrams , and facilitating the coordinated delivery across multiple stakeholders.

This is a Fixed Term Contract until 31/12/27. There will be ad hoc travel with advanced notice to site locations. The home office location is 231 Elizabeth Street however regional based candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
 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 bring a strong track record delivering complex infrastructure  and non-infrastructure programs in dynamic environments.
• Demonstrated knowledge of road infrastructure/networks and their interdependencies with other transport infrastructure such as ports, rail, and bridges, active transport facilities etc.
• Strong experience managing risk, governance, and program delivery
• Proven ability to lead and influence complex stakeholder groups
• Confident operating in ambiguity and aligning diverse interests to deliver outcomes
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence at all levels

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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