This 6-month contract role will see you lead a major organisational change project within a NSW Government institution, working closely with executive leadership to deliver restructures, workforce transitions, and consultation processes. You'll need proven experience delivering change in the public sector, strong stakeholder management skills, and the ability to navigate complex IR and governance environments.

Client Details

This NSW Government institution is embarking on a significant organisational change initiative, focused on reshaping structure, systems and operations to align with its long-term strategy. With a workforce of approximately 500 and access to internal IR resources, the organisation is seeking a senior HR Change Project Manager to guide a complex, high-impact transformation. The role sits at the centre of decision-making, reporting directly to the Head of HR Projects and working closely with the CEO, Chief of Staff, COO and CPO.

Description

Lead the delivery of an end-to-end organisational change program, including restructures and workforce transitions

Collaborate with senior leadership to build and implement a structured change management plan

Conduct impact assessments and manage critical project milestones

Partner with line managers to provide guidance and support throughout consultation phases

Engage with unions and IR stakeholders, leveraging in-house industrial relations expertise

Translate strategic design decisions into operational outcomes, ensuring compliance with NSW Government policy

Monitor project progress, risk and outcomes, providing regular reporting to executive stakeholders

Profile

We're looking for a senior HR practitioner who combines strong business partnering skills with deep expertise in organisational change.

You will bring:

Demonstrated success delivering change management projects in the NSW public sector (essential)

Deep understanding of public sector frameworks, restructures, and industrial relations

Experience managing sensitive, confidential projects involving redundancies or role redesign

Strong stakeholder management skills, with credibility at executive level

Hands-on delivery style, with comfort navigating ambiguity and tight timeframes

• Experience in workforce design, planning and organisational re structures

Job Offer

Daily Rate: Up to $1,125/day PAYG

Contract Length: 6 months, starting ASAP

Location: McKell Building, Sydney CBD (3-4 days per week on-site)

Influence at Executive Level: Work closely with the CEO, COO, Chief of Staff and People & Culture lead

Impact: Play a key role in shaping the future design and function of a high-profile public institution

Support: Access to internal IR team and resources to guide consultation and compliance

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Cian Pritchard on +61282922223.