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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.

 

Job posting: 07 Apr 2025 - Closing date: 22 Apr 2025

CEO
Planning

Sydney Region / Sydney - West

* Unique opportunity to lead the charge in accelerating housing supply across NSW * Permanent/ongoing full-time role available based in Parramatta ...

Planning

Full-Time

Job reference number:

541988

Job posting: 25 Mar 2025 - Closing date: 08 Apr 2025

CEO
Construction and Architecture
Property and Real Estate

Sydney Region / Sydney - Greater West
Sydney Region / Sydney City

Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies. * Lead high-profile, city-shaping projects that will define the future...

Property Development & Valuation

Full-Time

Job reference number:

542069

Job posting: 01 Apr 2025 - Closing date: 21 Apr 2025

Senior Executive

Sydney Region / Sydney City

Join the NSW Electoral Commission to support the delivery of trusted elections in New South Wales and play a significant role in supporting our dem...

NSW Electoral Commission

Full-Time

Job reference number:

0000AWJR

Job posting: 04 Apr 2025 - Closing date: 04 May 2025

Senior Executive | Director

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

District Director, People and Culture Mid North Coast Local Health District (MNCLHD) Location: Coffs Harbour/Port Macquarie Employment Type: Perman...

Mid North Coast Local Health District

Full-Time

Job reference number:

REQ553326

Job posting: 31 Mar 2025 - Closing date: 14 Apr 2025

Senior Executive | Director

Sydney Region / Sydney - North/North West

Associate Director, Media (0.6 FTE) / Director, Media (0.4 FTE) NSW Ministry of Health Join our Strategic Communications and Engagement Branch at N...

NSW Ministry of Health

Part-Time

Job reference number:

REQ566265

Job posting: 25 Mar 2025 - Closing date: 08 Apr 2025

Senior Executive | Chief Executive

Sydney Region / Sydney - Greater West

CEO Multicultural NSW * Based in Parramatta * Total remuneration package starting from $362,787 * Ongoing opportunity available Multicultural NSW i...

Multicultural NSW

Full-Time

Job reference number:

73580-43265613

Job posting: 07 Apr 2025 - Closing date: 21 Apr 2025

CEO | Director

Sydney Region / Sydney - Inner West

* Join a leadership group transforming education in NSW, and make a difference to students in NSW * Make a meaningful impact on workforce experienc...

Department of Education

Full-Time

Job reference number:

6676-43295182

Job posting: 28 Mar 2025 - Closing date: 13 Apr 2025

Senior Executive | Deputy Secretary

Sydney Region / Sydney - Inner West

Deputy Secretary, School Infrastructure * Join a leadership group transforming education in NSW, and make a difference to students in NSW * A value...

Department of Education

Full-Time

Job reference number:

6528-43274875

Job posting: 24 Mar 2025 - Closing date: 13 Apr 2025

Senior Executive | Chief Executive

Sydney Region / Sydney - Greater West

Commissioner, NSW Rural Fire Service * Headquarters based in Sydney Olympic Park * Full-Time Ongoing role * Total Remuneration payable starting fro...

Department of Communities and Justice

Full-Time

Job reference number:

73568-43262323

Job posting: 27 Mar 2025 - Closing date: 13 Apr 2025

Senior Executive | Director

Sydney Region / Sydney - North/North West

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time Position Classification: Health Manager Level 6 Remuneration: $182,575 - $199,405, plus Superannuation Locatio...

Health System Support Group

Full-Time

Job reference number:

REQ563232

Job posting: 03 Apr 2025 - Closing date: 14 Apr 2025

CEO | Director

Sydney Region / Sydney City

Join our newly established Investment and Assurance branch that forms part of the Finance, Technology and Commercial division. This team manages th...

Transport For NSW

Full-Time

Job reference number:

99425-43288177

Job posting: 27 Mar 2025 - Closing date: 13 Apr 2025

Legal and Justice | Advisory
Senior Executive | Director

Sydney Region / Sydney - Inner West

* Full time role * Highly autonomous role with a focus on construction and dispute resolution * Join a group transforming education in NSW, and mak...

Department of Education

Full-Time

Job reference number:

6519-43272098

Job posting: 26 Mar 2025 - Closing date: 23 Apr 2025

Legal and Justice
Senior Executive

Sydney Region
Sydney Region / Sydney City

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, LEGAL SERVICES & DIRECTOR OF PROCEEDINGS HEALTH CARE COMPLAINTS COMMISSION The Health Care Complaints Commission (HCCC) is seek...

Health Care Complaints Commission

Full-Time

Job reference number:

req41068

Job posting: 25 Mar 2025 - Closing date: 09 Apr 2025

Senior Executive

Sydney Region / Sydney City

Deputy CFO * Step into a pivotal leadership role, driving financial strategy and transformation. * Full-time ongoing opportunity available in Hayma...

Department of Customer Service

Full-Time

Job reference number:

req41049