Senior Manager

Shape your world, through an opportunity to expand your skills and take the next steps in your career progression

  

• Help us build a thriving NSW
• 2 x Permanent full-time opportunities now available
• Parramatta NSW office location with flexible working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $155,764 to $181,393 + super

 

As Senior Manager, you will lead and manage a diverse portfolio of projects in the newly established System and Practice Improvement team, driving continuous improvement, supporting policy development and implementation, and shaping the way we work.

 

We’re looking for someone who enjoys working with people to solve problems and bring together diverse perspectives to deliver robust outcomes.

 

You are a leader who thrives in dynamic environments and has a demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities while building strong stakeholder relationships, bringing exceptional communication and negotiation skills.

 

If you enjoy resolving layered challenges, and influencing strategic decisions, we encourage you to express your interest.

Read the role description for more detail:  Senior Manager PLUSHI PDI

 

Essential requirements

Appropriate degree qualifications i.e. engineering, economics, urban planning, land surveying, project management, construction management.

 

About us

At the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI), you could shape your world while helping us shape the future of NSW. Together, we create vibrant communities, places and precincts, and manage land, assets and property.

 

Join our team and shape your world in a workplace that empowers you to do your best work and build a meaningful career. In this role, you’ll help shape lives and communities across NSW while growing your own career, supported by flexible work options, impactful projects and a collaborative, diverse team. As a high-performing and inclusive organisation that reflects the communities we serve, we value your lived experience and cultural knowledge, and we are committed to helping you thrive through flexible arrangements, workplace adjustments and a culture where everyone feels supported, connected and belongs.

 

Apply now

Apply today with your resume and cover letter.

 

Applications close: 11.55pm, Thursday, 26 November 2026.

 

For more information about the role, please contact Jazmin Van Veen via Jazmin.VanVeen@dphi.nsw.gov.au

 

A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

 

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career Pathways team for a yarn.

 

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 63637676​ - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

 

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. This role is subject to standard pre-employment checks, including a criminal record check.