Premier's Department

Associate, Infrastructure

You. At the centre of big ideas.

• Shape impactful projects across NSW's regions
• Bring your stakeholder and governance expertise to a collaborative team
• Ongoing Clerk Grade 7/8, based in Martin Place, Sydney CBD, or in a regional NSW location
  

About the Role

As our new Associate, Infrastructure, you'll play a critical role in coordinating and delivering high-priority government projects in regional NSW. This role is part of the Infrastructure & Regional Coordination branch in the Delivery and Engagement Group within the Premier's Department.

You'll work closely with multiple NSW Government agencies to monitor project progress, support executive steering committees and decision-making, resolve policy and delivery challenges, and provide high-quality advice to the Premier, Cabinet, and senior executives.

Current team priorities include driving solutions to regional housing shortages and supporting NSW's transition to renewable energy - two of the government's highest priorities. You'll help ensure these projects are well-governed, on track, and making a meaningful impact.

This is a great opportunity to gain exposure to high-level decision-making, contribute to issues management, and help shape government policy and delivery solutions. You'll join a high-performing, supportive team that values collaboration, inclusion, and fun.

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

We're Looking For

• Governance & Project Coordination Experience: Proven ability to support delivery of multi-agency projects with strong governance frameworks
• Strong Stakeholder Engagement Skills: Experience managing relationships with senior government and external stakeholders
• Analytical & Policy Writing Abilities: Ability to prepare accurate, succinct, and high-quality advice and documentation
• Problem Solving & Issue Resolution: Skill in identifying risks and solutions in complex project environments
• Collaboration & Communication: A team player who fosters cooperation across agencies
• Public Sector Knowledge: An understanding of government priorities and cross-agency delivery models is an advantage
  

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 essential requirements and focus capabilities of the role (maximum 2 pages)

Closing date: Sunday, 27 July 2025 (9:59 AM)

Salary: Clerk Grade 7/8. Package includes base salary ($110,266 - $122,058) plus superannuation (11.5%) and leave loading.

Hiring Manager: Lana Hall, Associate Director, Infrastructure on [email protected]

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.