Industry Communications Specialist

You want to play a part in making NSW a better place to work, live and travel.

You have the opportunity to gain a wealth of expertise and a diverse range of skills, providing insight and knowledge without losing sight of your work-life balance or wellbeing.

In this role, you'll:

Lead the delivery of industry development communications and engagement activities across Infrastructure, Projects & Engineering, working with internal teams, industry associations, contractors and external stakeholders. You’ll develop a range of high-quality written content, advise best practice for engagement and consultation activities, and provide strategic communications advice to senior leaders, helping ensure stakeholders are informed, engaged and connected to key initiatives and priorities.

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

This is a fixed term position ending 01.10.2027 based in Sydney, NSW.

About you

You are an experienced communications and engagement professional who is confident working independently and building strong relationships across complex stakeholder environments. You bring excellent written communication skills, sound judgement and the ability to tailor messaging for audiences ranging from industry stakeholders through to senior executives. 

You’ll bring:

•    Strong experience developing and delivering communications and stakeholder engagement activities across a diverse organisation. 

•    Excellent writing and content development skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, engaging messaging. 

•    Experience engaging external stakeholders, industry groups and senior leaders, as well as managing relationships across internal teams. 

•    Strong planning and organisational skills, with the ability to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities. 

•    A proactive and collaborative approach, with the confidence to provide strategic communications advice to senior stakeholders. 

•    Knowledge or experience within infrastructure, construction or a similarly complex industry environment would be advantageous.

Who we are

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

Join us

Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers.

Flexible work options may be available. Learn more via Flexible work options and policy  

Apply today 

Applications close 11:59 PM  Monday 19 October 2026

For more information about this role, please contact JACOB.STOCKMAN2@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU.

Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal People or Supporting People with Disability for more information or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us.

Learn more about how to apply via Our recruitment process | Transport for NSW 

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