Premier's Department

Senior Associate, Infrastructure

You. At the centre of big ideas.

• Do you have a strong background in governance, project management, and stakeholder engagement?
• Play a key role in shaping regional infrastructure projects and positively impacting NSW communities
• Multiple Clerk Grade 9/10 roles available based in Sydney CBD or regional NSW

About the Role

We're seeking two Senior Associates, Infrastructure, to coordinate and drive priority infrastructure projects across regional NSW. This is a role where you can make a tangible difference to the future of NSW's infrastructure.

In this position, you will work closely with various government departments and agencies to establish governance frameworks, monitor project progress, and ensure that initiatives are delivered on time and within scope. You will also provide strategic advice to senior leadership, including the Premier and Cabinet, helping to guide decisions on key infrastructure priorities.

As a Senior Associate, Infrastructure, you will directly shape the delivery of projects that have a lasting impact on regional communities. You will oversee multiple projects, manage competing priorities, and resolve challenges that may affect timelines or outcomes. Ensuring alignment between agencies and effective stakeholder communication will be key to your success.

To learn more about the role please review the Role Description.

We're Looking For

• Governance and Project Management: Proven experience in managing and delivering infrastructure projects within set timelines and scope
• Stakeholder Engagement: Strong ability to build and maintain effective relationships with senior stakeholders and government agencies
• Strategic Advice and Reporting: Expertise in preparing high-level reports, submissions, and strategic advice for senior leadership, including the Premier and Cabinet
• Risk Management and Problem Solving: Demonstrated ability to identify, assess, and mitigate risks to ensure project success
• Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for clear and concise reporting and stakeholder engagement
• Time Management and Prioritisation: Ability to manage multiple projects, balancing competing priorities and delivering results within tight deadlines.

We value diverse experiences. Even if you're not sure you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible Working: Broad range of flexible working arrangements
• Career Development: Ongoing learning through expert-led sessions, online training, and professional development opportunities
• Work-Life Balance: Flex time accrual for extra hours worked (for non-executive roles) based on a 35-hour standard week
• Wellbeing Support: Access to employee assistance program, fitness passport program, and wellbeing initiatives
• Inclusive Culture: Staff-led networks including Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, Diversity & Inclusion Network, and Young Professionals Network

How to Apply

Click 'Apply Online' and submit your application including:

• A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
• A cover letter addressing how you meet the requirements of the role (maximum 2 pages)

Closing date: Sunday, 18 May 2025 (9:59 AM)

Salary: Clerk Grade 9/10. Package includes base salary ($125,693 - $138,510) plus superannuation (11.5%)and leave loading.

Hiring Manager: Michael Stapleton, Associate Director, Infrastructure on [email protected] or 0466 506 466.

About the Premier's Department

Connecting to Deliver from the Heart of Government

The Premier's Department leads the state's 430,000 public servants, driving collaboration and the delivery of whole-of-government priorities. Learn more about the department and a career at Premier's Department.

Our Commitment

We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and other diverse communities.

The Premier's Department acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live. We pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past and present. We recognise and learn from the strengths of First Nations peoples of New South Wales and their continuing connection to, and unique cultural and spiritual relationship with, Country.

Additional Information

Reasonable Adjustments: The selection process will include assessment techniques to determine your suitability. You can request reasonable adjustments at any stage by indicating in pre-screening questions, contacting the Talent Team at [email protected], or reaching out to the hiring manager.

Talent Pool: A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process. If eligible, you may be contacted for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that become available over an 18-month period.