Senior executive roles

We work to deliver better outcomes, infrastructure and services for the people who live and work in NSW. Effective leadership is essential to our success as our innovative and forward-thinking leaders drive the change we want to see in the workplace and in the community.

We support our leaders through ongoing development and training opportunities.

Our Leadership Academy supports executives through programs that strengthen their skills to deliver a world class public sector and achieve outcomes for the people of NSW.

Our Senior Executive Fundamentals is a key resource designed to help senior executives in the first 12 to 18 months of their employment within the NSW Government sector.

Senior executives in the sector

Hear from some of our senior executives.

Sort by

Director Implementation People Programs

Job posting: 20 Jan 2025 - Closing date: 03 Feb 2025

CEO | Director
Human Resources and Recruitment | Workforce Operations

Sydney Region / Sydney City

You can create a unique and lasting impact on the people in Transport for NSW through leading the development and implementation of strategic peopl...

Transport For NSW

Full-Time

Job reference number:

97892-43113801

Director - Health and Wellbeing

Job posting: 20 Jan 2025 - Closing date: 09 Feb 2025

Senior Executive

Sydney Region / Sydney - East

* Public Sector Senior Executive - Band 1 Ongoing Full-Time Surry Hills About us The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces i...

NSW Police Force

Full-Time

Job reference number:

0000AUOE

Director Workplace Strategy & Accommodation - People, Communications & Workplaces (Perm Opp)

Job posting: 23 Jan 2025 - Closing date: 09 Feb 2025

CEO | Director

Sydney Region / Sydney - North/North West

You’re a leader who takes ownership and actively creates positive change. You will be excited by the opportunity to leading a team to deliver prope...

Transport For NSW

Full-Time

Job reference number:

97704-43123817

Director People

Job posting: 20 Jan 2025 - Closing date: 03 Feb 2025

CEO | Director

Sydney Region / Sydney City

You can create a unique and lasting impact on our people and as such will need to lead across the people and workforce function to deliver a set of...

Transport For NSW

Full-Time

Job reference number:

98254-43113905

Director Delivery and Performance

Job posting: 14 Jan 2025 - Closing date: 02 Feb 2025

CEO
Policy
Projects
Research and Analysis

Illawarra & South Coast / Wollongong & The South Coast
Statewide
Sydney Region / Sydney - West
Sydney Region / Sydney City

* Unique opportunity to identify opportunities for the improvement of council performance across NSW * Permanent/ongoing full-time role available *...

Office of Local Government

Full-Time

Job reference number:

540498

Director, Application Services (Schools)

Job posting: 29 Jan 2025 - Closing date: 07 Feb 2025

Senior Executive | Director

Sydney Region / Sydney City

• Join a leadership group transforming education in NSW, and make a difference to students in NSW • Ongoing Public Service Senior Executive Band 1 ...

Department of Education

Full-Time

Job reference number:

5396-43135527

Chief Executive - Mid North Coast Local Health District

Job posting: 28 Jan 2025 - Closing date: 23 Feb 2025

Senior Executive | Chief Executive

Central & North Coasts - Newcastle & Hunter Valley / Port Macquarie & Mid-North Coast

CHIEF EXECUTIVE MID NORTH COAST LOCAL HEALTH DISTRICT NEW SOUTH WALES EXECUTIVE SUMMARY * Contemporary and inspirational leader * Proven ability to...

Mid North Coast Local Health District

Full-Time

Job reference number:

REQ550822

Director Transport Projects Readiness

Job posting: 17 Jan 2025 - Closing date: 02 Feb 2025

CEO | Director

Sydney Region / Sydney City

An exciting new opportunity has emerged with the role of Director Transport Projects Readiness within the Sydney Trains Rail Operations branch. Thi...

Sydney Trains

Full-Time

Job reference number:

97976-43109232

Director Companion Animals Policy and Programs

Job posting: 14 Jan 2025 - Closing date: 02 Feb 2025

CEO
Policy
Projects
Research and Analysis
Senior Executive

Illawarra & South Coast / Wollongong & The South Coast
Statewide
Sydney Region / Sydney - West
Sydney Region / Sydney City

* Unique opportunity to deliver impactful programs and policies that make a difference to the development of policy and programs for companion anim...

Office of Local Government

Full-Time

Job reference number:

540497

Senior Manager Ministerial Liaison & Briefings

Job posting: 13 Jan 2025 - Closing date: 02 Feb 2025

CEO | Senior Executive

Sydney Region / Sydney City

This is your opportunity to streamline and enhance coordination and communication between Transport and Ministers’ Offices, ensuring a high functio...

Transport For NSW

Full-Time

Job reference number:

98136-43096845

Executive Director, Clinical Operations - NSW Ambulance

Job posting: 31 Jan 2025 - Closing date: 14 Feb 2025

Senior Executive | Executive Director

Sydney Region / Sydney - Inner West

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR CLINICAL OPERATIONS NSW AMBULANCE BAND 2 Exceptional leadership opportunity exists in NSW Ambulance to lead and drive outcomes i...

NSW Ministry of Health

Full-Time

Job reference number:

REQ551494

Director People & Capability Development

Job posting: 20 Jan 2025 - Closing date: 03 Feb 2025

CEO | Director
Human Resources and Recruitment | Organisational Development

Sydney Region / Sydney City

You can create a unique and lasting impact on the people of Transport for NSW through leading a team that delivers development and career solutions...

Transport For NSW

Full-Time

Job reference number:

97893-43113764

Director Network Recommendations

Job posting: 17 Jan 2025 - Closing date: 03 Feb 2025

Senior Executive

Central & North Coasts - Newcastle & Hunter Valley / Newcastle, Hunter & Region
Regional NSW
Statewide
Sydney Region / Sydney - West
Sydney Region / Sydney City

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW? Together, we create thriving environments, communities and economies. * Unique Executive Job Sh...

Energy Corporation of NSW

Part-Time

Job reference number:

540593

Director of Property, Asset Management, and Environment

Job posting: 28 Jan 2025 - Closing date: 07 Feb 2025

Senior Executive

Sydney Region / Sydney City

* Are you passionate about strategic property and asset management, driving environmental sustainability, and leveraging modern technology and tool...

Department of Customer Service

Full-Time

Job reference number:

req39651

Executive Director Aboriginal Health & Wellbeing

Job posting: 30 Jan 2025 - Closing date: 23 Feb 2025

Senior Executive | Executive Director

Location Negotiable

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Position Classification: Health Manager Level 6 Remuneration: $182,575.00 - $199,405 pa (+ superannuation + sa...

Western NSW Local Health District

Full-Time

Job reference number:

REQ550641

Director Government Relations, Capability & Strategic Insights

Job posting: 13 Jan 2025 - Closing date: 02 Feb 2025

CEO | Director

Sydney Region / Sydney City

You’re excited by the opportunity to shape the future of Government and Parliamentary services at Transport for NSW. You put people at the heart an...

Transport For NSW

Full-Time

Job reference number:

98134-43096833

Director, Art Gallery of NSW

Job posting: 23 Jan 2025 - Closing date: 09 Feb 2025

Senior Executive

Sydney Region

Director, Art Gallery of New South Wales The Art Gallery of New South Wales (the Art Gallery), one of Australia’s leading cultural institutions, is...

Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport

Full-Time

Job reference number:

req39482

Head of Digital Systems

Job posting: 17 Jan 2025 - Closing date: 02 Feb 2025

CEO | Senior Executive

Sydney Region / Sydney City

An exciting new opportunity has emerged with the role of Head of Digital Systems within the Sydney Trains Rail Operations branch. This is a high-pr...

Sydney Trains

Full-Time

Job reference number:

97977-43109219

Director Government Business & Services

Job posting: 13 Jan 2025 - Closing date: 02 Feb 2025

CEO | Director

Sydney Region / Sydney City

You’re excited by the opportunity to consolidate, streamline and enhance the delivery of government services. You’re ready to shape and strengthen ...

Transport For NSW

Full-Time

Job reference number:

98135-43096837

Chief Financial Officer

Job posting: 20 Jan 2025 - Closing date: 02 Feb 2025

Senior Executive

Sydney Region / Sydney City

* Public Sector Senior Executive - Band 2 Ongoing Full-Time Sydney About us The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the...

NSW Police Force

Full-Time

Job reference number:

0000AUP8

Deputy Secretary Strategic Policy, Science and Engagement

Job posting: 20 Jan 2025 - Closing date: 09 Feb 2025

CEO

Sydney Region / Sydney - West
Sydney Region / Sydney City

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) is seeking a Depuy Secretary Strategic Policy, Science and Engagement ...

Strategic Priorities & Coordination

Full-Time

Job reference number:

540221

Director, Nursing and Midwifery - Nepean Blue Mountains LHD

Job posting: 29 Jan 2025 - Closing date: 19 Feb 2025

Senior Executive | Director

Sydney Region / Sydney - Greater West

Director, Nursing & Midwifery Executive Band 1 Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District * Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District have an op...

NSW Ministry of Health

Full-Time

Job reference number:

REQ550918

Director Clinical Governance

Job posting: 31 Jan 2025 - Closing date: 20 Feb 2025

Senior Executive | Executive Director

Sydney Region / Sydney - Greater West

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Position Classification: Health Manager Level 6 Location: Station St Penrith Remuneration: $182,575.00 - $199,...

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District

Full-Time

Job reference number:

REQ551670

Director, Delivery (x4 roles)

Job posting: 31 Jan 2025 - Closing date: 16 Feb 2025

CEO | Director

Sydney Region / Sydney City

You excel at connecting the dots as a problem solver, ensuring the seamless and reliable delivery of projects from beginning to end. Join our Finan...

Transport For NSW

Full-Time

Job reference number:

98415-43138354

Director Energy Management

Job posting: 23 Jan 2025 - Closing date: 02 Feb 2025

CEO | Director

Sydney Region / Sydney City

Transport is improving operational resilience, supporting the move to net zero across operations and improving sustainability through improved use ...

Transport For NSW

Full-Time

Job reference number:

98378-43126457