Program Manager (Temporary)

• Program Manager Temporary Full-Time
• Up to 1st July 2028
• Package up to $202166.18 pa. Package includes salary range ($154231.00 pa to $178369.00 pa) plus employers contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
• Greenacre up to three days in the office each week with Wednesday being one of those days.

About the role:

Lead the development implementation and management of complex strategic capability programs and initiatives that support the delivery of FRNSW operational and organisational priorities. The role provides leadership governance coordination and oversight across multiple projects and workstreams ensuring benefits are realised risks are managed and outcomes support the achievement of FRNSW strategic objectives. The role works closely with internal and external stakeholders to deliver sustainable capability improvements support organisational change and enable informed decision-making through effective program management practices.

About you:

• Demonstrated experience leading complex strategic programs projects or change initiatives in a government emergency services or similarly complex environment
• Sound knowledge and experience in strategic planning capability development business improvement and organisational change methodologies
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience and understanding of the NSW regulatory framework and leading change initiatives

Essential Requirements:

• Tertiary qualifications in a business-related field or equivalent relevant experience
  

For more information on the role please view the Position Description Program Manager Clk Gr

Should you require more information about this opportunity please contactChief Superintendent Capability Management Paul Johnstone on0.

About us:

FRNSW is one of the worlds largest urban fire and rescue services and is the busiest in Australia. Our overriding purpose is to enhance community safety quality of life and confidence by minimising the impact of hazards and emergency incidents on the people property environment and economy of are prepared for anything helping anyone anywhere anytime.

Visit our Careers Page to learn more about Fire and Rescue NSW.

What we can offer:

• Work-life balance and flexible working arrangements
• Modern buildings and facilities
• Activity based working environment
• Free on-site gym and parking
• Partnership with Fitness Passport for ongoing staff and their families to access more than 390 gyms and pools at a discounted rate
• Study assistance for approved courses
• Ongoing training and development

Our commitment to diversity:

Great people come from all walks of life and at Fire andRescue NSW we are committed to creating a diverse inclusive and flexible workforce which reflects the community we serve.

We welcome people with diverse experience skills and backgrounds and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples individuals who identify as LGBTIQ people with disability people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people of all ages.

If you are a person with disability and require specific arrangements to participate in the recruitment process please contact the FRNSW Talent Acquisition Team by email at

How to apply:

To be considered for this role please provide an up-to-date resume which details your skills and experience as relevant to this role.

Please answer the following two targeted questions.It is recommended you draft your responses in a Word document then paste into the required field in the online application.

1. Describe your experienceleading a complexstrategic program involvingmultiple projects andworkstreams. How didyou ensure theprogram aligned withorganisational priorities managed risks anddependencies and deliveredsustainable outcomes andbenefits
2. Provide an exampleof how youhave established effectiveprogram governance andworked with diversestakeholders to deliverorganisational change orcapability did youuse evidence andprogram insights tosupport decision-makingand achieve thedesired outcomes

Visit the PSC website forhelpful information on writing your application: close: 2 October 2026

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