Director Technology Strategy

You’re a future-focused leader who embraces and helps others adapt to change.

You're passionate about public service and ready to lead a team of professionals, share your expertise and guide decision-making to help shape the future of our State.

In this role, you'll:
Provide critical strategic vision and leadership to develop and oversee the execution of Transport for NSW’s technology strategy. This role ensures alignment with business objectives, works with key stakeholders, drives innovation, and strategically plans for future technology needs to support organisational growth and transformation.

Develop, implement and oversee the execution of a comprehensive Technology strategy that aligns with organisational goals and objectives and drives innovation, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and technological advancement within the organisation.
 
Report on the status of Technology strategy execution, highlighting achievements, risks, and areas for improvement to senior leadership, while monitoring industry trends and developments, assessing their potential impact on the organisation and adjusting the Technology strategy accordingly.

Engage with stakeholders to understand business requirements and Technology related challenges and collaborate across departments to integrate Technology solutions that enhance overall business performance.

Provide leadership to direct reports and various indirect reports facilitating your team development, wellbeing and engagement. You will create a supportive and productive team environment that inspires trust, innovation, learning, collaboration, and promotes a culture of innovation, creativity and inclusivity that contributes to core business activities.

New permanent, fulltime Transport Senior Service Executive (1B) role | Home office Macquarie Park. Hybrid work arrangements based on role requirements and in line with Transport's evolving policies for workplace presence.

For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack.

About you
An accomplished and authentic executive leader you’re recognised as an expert Technology strategist.

You possess: 

• Extensive experience in technology strategy development, execution, and governance within a large and complex organisation.
• Proven leadership in driving digital transformation and innovation.
• Strong ability to align technology initiatives with business objectives.
• Expertise in emerging technologies, industry trends, and their implications for corporate strategy.
• Demonstrated stakeholder engagement and leadership skills at an executive level.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field or equivalent industry-based experience at a senior level within a relevant workplace context.
  
  

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.

We offer a wide range of employee benefits, like our award-winning flexible and hybrid work options.

This role is hybrid-friendly, meaning you can mix in-person days at your team’s home base location with remote days. 

What are you waiting for…? Connect with us.  Apply now!

Applications close: 11:59 pm Monday, 21st July 2025.

For more information about this role, please contact CHRISTINE.STENZEL@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU.

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