APS6 - Senior Program Officers (Multiple Positions) N/A

APS Level 6

The department supports workplace diversity and values the contribution of people from diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples people with disability people with cultural and linguistic diversity and LGBTQIA people. The department is committed to achieving gender equality and in particular supporting womens progression into senior leadership.

The opportunity we have available

The Land Transport Infrastructure Division (LTID) plays a key role in supporting the delivery of close to $100 billion in Australian Government investment towards road and rail projects that shape how Aussies live work and connect. From reducing travel times to making roads safer and boosting regional freight links everything we do has a ripple effect across the country.

Were working to deliver lasting smart infrastructure solutions that meet todays needs and tomorrows challenges for communities across Australia.

Youll be joining at a time where the Australian Government is focused on delivering nationally significant projects that provide enhanced productivity and resilience liveability and sustainability outcomes across Australia. Its a dynamic fast-moving environment where your work will matter.

We work in tight partnership with state and territory governments Infrastructure Australia and other key players to deliver nationally significant projects. Think faster commutes safer roads and stronger communities.

Our team is comprised of the following branches:

• VIC TAS and SA Infrastructure Investment Branch
• NSW & ACT Infrastructure Investment Branch
• WA & NT Infrastructure Investment Branch
• QLD Infrastructure Investment & Brisbane 2032 Games Venues Branch
• Budget Policy & Assurance Branch
• Infrastructure Investment Reform Branch and
• RPM Taskforce.

We have a range of roles available at the heart of infrastructure investment delivery and policy where your ideas and energy can truly make a difference. LTID is full of diverse and meaningful opportunities where no two days are the same:

• The State Infrastructure Investment Branches are turning big ideas into bridges roads and future-proof projects. We juggle the dollars tame the risks and keep projects on track across the Country. We help guide the Australian Government on what should be built next to keep the nation moving forward.
• TheBudget Policy & Assurance Branch is where strategy meets action. Youll be part of a high-impact team that shapes national transport investments and works closely with Infrastructure Australia and key stakeholders. Its a fast-paced and politically significant environment thats perfect for people who thrive under pressure and want to be part of something big.
• *Note: Because of the nature of the work this branch is primarily based in our Canberra office right at the heart of decision-making.
• TheInfrastructure Investment Reform Branch is all about innovation and shaping the future. If you enjoy turning big-picture ideas into practical reform this is where youll thrive. Youll help implement the Governments reform agenda support strategic policy development and provide critical analysis that informs national infrastructure planning.

What will you do

This is a bulk recruitment round to support a variety of opportunities at the APS6 level across the division

Within the VIC TAS & SA WA & NT NSW & ACT Infrastructure Investment and QLD & Brisbane 2032 Games Venues Infrastructure branches you will:

• Support the management of the financials risk and delivery of nationally significant infrastructure projects across a particular state or territory including projects such as:
  • Coffs Harbour Bypass (NSW)
  • Bruce Highway Upgrade Program (Qld)
  • Melbourne Airport Rail (Vic)
  • North-South Corridor (SA)
  • METRONET (WA)
  • Canberra Light Rail Stage 2A (ACT)
  • Bridgewater Bridge (TAS)
  • Outback Way (NT)

• Assess prepare advice and report on Australian Government existing and future infrastructure investments
• Undertake reviews of programs and project governance meetings
• Maintain productive working relationships with state territory and local government counterparts
• Provide secretariat support and input to State and Territory program meetings
• Provide key program governance functions to LTID to support the delivery of the IIP
• Provide briefings to support Ministers Departmental Executive and Central agencies including for Senate Estimates Question Time Briefs and Question on Notice
• Fact checking and preparation of media products such as media releases talking points and event briefings.

Within the Budget Policy & Assurance and Infrastructure Reform branches you will:

• Support the management and reporting on the overall financials for the Australian governments Investments within the Infrastructure Investment pipeline
• Provide key advice to government and executives to enable decision making on the governments Infrastructure investments to develop Australias land transport network
• Administer the National Land Transport Act 2014 and Federation Funding Agreement Schedule
• Assist with the management and development of the First Nations Participation policy including processing of Participation Plans and stakeholder engagement
• Provide advice on whole-of-government policy
• Provide policy advice and formulate strategy for the IIP and the Infrastructure Policy Statement
• Coordinate biannual infrastructure Investment Cabinet submissions at the Federal Budget and MYEFO periods.

No matter which role you are suited to youll love it here:

• Youll make a difference. Your work directly contributes to projects Australians rely on every day
• Youll be challenged. This is a fast-moving environment with meaningful real-world impact
• Youll grow. Work with experts develop your policy and strategic thinking skills and expand your professional network
• Youll belong. Were a team that supports each other celebrates wins and shares the load
• Be part of a team that values strategy purpose and collaboration.

If youre passionate about nation-building and want to be part of a team that drives positive change come join us!

Who are we looking for

We are looking for candidates who demonstrate the following attributes:

• Leadership skills and experience managing junior team members
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a proven ability to generate high-quality written materials to support decision making
• Be able to build effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to work within a distributed team that fosters a culture of informed decision-making integrity and respect
• Capable of working to a professional standard in a high-pressure complex environment apply a high level of attention to detail while undertaking tasks and managing competing priorities
• Adaptability resilience and flexibility in the face of changing priorities
• Highly developed judgement outcomes driven proactive highly adaptable and an interest in Infrastructure.

RecruitAbility minimum requirements

Minimum requirements for this role include:

• Ability to provide a strategic level of specialist professional and/or technical subject matter expertise
• Well-developed written and interpersonal communication skills including strong attention to detail
• Ability to provide timely and concise advice to inform and support executive decision making
• Ability to establish and maintain key strategic relationships with a broad range of stakeholders.

RecruitAbility is a scheme which aims to attract and develop applicants with disability and also facilitate cultural changes in selection panels and agency recruitment.

Job applicants with disability who met the requirements are advanced to the next stage of the selection process

• Opt into the scheme
• Declare they have a disability and
• Meet the minimum requirements of a vacancy advertised in the scheme

More information can be found at RecruitAbility scheme: A guide for applicants Australian Public Service Commission

What else can we offer

• Exposure to high profile and exciting projects
• Networking opportunities across the department and wider APS
• Capability development opportunities focused on your individual career goals
• Mentoring and access to the departments Professional Coaching Scheme
• Flexible working arrangements where appropriate including part time hours a hybrid of office and home based work and job sharing

Eligibility requirements

Employment with the Department of Infrastructure Transport Regional Development Communications Sport and the Arts is subject to conditions prescribed within the Public Service Act 1999 including:

• Citizenship: Candidates must be an Australian citizen at the time of submitting your application.
• Health Assessment: The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a medical examination conducted by the departments preferred medical provider.
• Security Clearance: The successful candidate must be able to obtain and/or maintain a security clearance at Baseline Clearance Level. You must be willing to disclose all relevant and required information. You must have lived in Australia or have a checkable background for at least the preceding five years for Baseline Vetting clearances. More information on the security clearance vetting process is available on the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) website
• Police check: The successful candidate must satisfactory complete an Australian Federal Police criminal history check.
• Integrity and Performance check: The successful candidate must satisfy the requirements in an Integrity and Performance check which is completed by your most recent employer.

Timeline and assessment

A selection panel will be established to assess your suitability against the advertised role.

If a merit pool is established it will be valid for 18 months from date it first appeared in the APS Gazette.

Applications open: 8 October 2025
Applications close: 22 October 2025
Application shortlisting: 29 October 2025
Further assessments: 3 to 7 November 2025
Selection report finalised: 21 November 2025
Offers and announcements: 5 December 2025

The above is indicative only please reach out to the contact person if you have any questions on the recruitment process or timeframes.

Your application will be assessed against the requirements of the job and theWork level standards. Once the entire applicant pool has been assessed the panel will create a shortlist of applicants. If your application is shortlisted you may be asked to undertake further assessment this may include work sample testing interviews and reference checks.

How to apply

Applications for this opportunityclose at 11:59pm AEDT Wednesday 22 October 2025.

In applying for this position you are not required to address individual selection criteria. Rather you should provide a statement ofno more than 2 page outlining your background capabilities and experiences what you would bring to the advertised role and indicate which role you are interested in. The capabilities and behaviours required to be successful for this role are identified in the Who are we looking for section.

You should also provide a tailored CV in PDFno more than 3 pages.

Your application should be received through the departments online recruitment system. Applications via Indeed will not be accepted.

If you experience any issues with the system please contact the recruitment team onor via email at to discuss an alternative way to submit your application.

Please advise the contact officer if you require reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. The department is committed to the accessibility of our systems. If you identify as someone with disability and you require accessibility assistance or more information please email

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