Director Governance Assurance & Standards

Join our new Portfolio Delivery & Enablement (PDE) branch, accountable for managing the lifecycle of Finance Technology and Commercial (FTC) divisions portfolio of projects, delivering a pathway for end-to-end execution, and for providing enabling services to the division to ensure efficient and effective operations. Shape the governance, assurance and delivery standards that strengthen confidence and performance across a complex project portfolio. Lead strategic improvement, build professional capability and embed consistent, high-quality practices across Finance, Technology Commercial. In this role you’ll Establish and continually improve integrated governance, assurance and project delivery frameworks across the portfolio. Lead assurance activities, including health checks, gateway reviews and performance assessments across cost, schedule, risk, change and benefits. Strengthen portfolio management systems, policies, tools and standards to support consistent, transparent and high-quality delivery. Build project management and project controls capability by developing teams, mobilising specialist expertise and promoting continuous learning. Provide strategic advice and executive reporting, using assurance insights and evidence to support risk-informed decisions and sustained performance improvement. Champion a culture of accountability, integrity and collaboration that enables teams to achieve organisational and portfolio objectives. This is an ongoing (permanent) Transport Senior Service Executive (TSSE) role. Please see the role description and Information Pack for more information. About you You are a strategic and influential leader with extensive experience in governance, assurance, portfolio management or program delivery within complex organisations. You bring deep expertise in project controls, including cost, schedule, risk, change and performance management, and a strong record of embedding practical frameworks that improve delivery confidence. You excel at translating strategy into practical frameworks, building organisational capability and driving continuous improvement. Comfortable operating at the executive level, you provide trusted advice, influence stakeholders and lead teams through change. Your ability to balance assurance, performance and delivery outcomes enables you to deliver lasting organisational impact and uplift. Relevant tertiary qualifications and recognised project management or governance certification is essential for this role. To apply, please submit a CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role. 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 Tuesday 13 October 2026. For more information about this role, please contact EFFIE.ROGARIS@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 #LI-Hybrid