Senior Transport Strategy Officer

About the role

You will design and deliver efficient, customer‑focused transport services that enhance accessibility, sustainability and quality of living for many people.

Key responsibilities

• Support development and implementation of transport strategies and strategic projects aligned to government priorities.
• Apply research and analytical skills to produce evidence‑based advice grounded in transport principles and policy frameworks.
• Prepare high‑quality documentation, submissions and reports that are clear, accurate and decision‑ready.
• Contribute to project planning, coordination and reporting, managing progress, risks and issues.
• Ensure strategy development is underpinned by robust evidence, consultation and policy alignment.
• Collaborate with specialist teams and stakeholders across Transport to support practical delivery of initiatives.
• Represent the team in internal and external meetings or working groups, providing technical input and strategic insight.
• Model Transport’s Connected Leadership behaviours to support a collaborative and inclusive environment.

Required profile

• Demonstrated experience supporting transport strategy, policy development or strategic projects in a complex environment.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with ability to interpret data and translate insights into practical advice.
• Proven capability producing clear, accurate and well‑structured reports, briefs and submissions.
• Sound understanding of transport principles, policy frameworks and government processes.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, able to work across multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high‑quality outputs within agreed timeframes.
• Confidence contributing to meetings, workshops and working groups with internal and external stakeholders.
• Tertiary qualifications or equivalent professional experience; eligibility to work in Australia.