Shape your world in a place where purpose and opportunity come together

- Take on work with visible impactas a Senior Investigations Officer
- Ongoing full- time opportunity and creation of talent pool
- Parramatta office location with flexible working supported
- Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $133,348 to $146,945 + super

Play a critical role in promoting integrity, accountability and good governance across one of NSW's largest government agencies. As a Senior Investigations Officer, you will lead complex investigations into allegations of wrongdoing, misconduct, fraud and corruption, while helping to strengthen ethical decision-making and public trust across the department.

In this high-impact role, you will manage sensitive and confidential investigations, provide expert advice on governance, Public Interest Disclosures, ethics and misconduct matters, and support the effective management of wrongdoing reports. You will analyse data and emerging trends, identify systemic risks, and develop practical recommendations to strengthen controls and improve organisational performance.

Success in this role requires robust investigative experience, excellent stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to communicate complex matters clearly and professionally. You will work closely with senior leaders, internal business units and external agencies including ICAC and the NSW Ombudsman, building effective partnerships while navigating challenging and often complex issues with sound judgement and integrity.

The essential requirements you will bring to this role include tertiary qualifications in relevant field or equivalent work experience in corporate governance, and policy management and demonstrated experience in conducting corporate investigations preferable in large and complex NSW government agencies.





About us

At the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI), you could shape your world while helping us shape the future of NSW. Together, we create vibrant communities, places and precincts, and manage land, assets and property.

Join our team and shape your world in a workplace that empowers you to do your best work and build a meaningful career. In this role, you’ll help shape lives and communities across NSW while growing your own career, supported by flexible work options, impactful projects and a collaborative, diverse team. As a high-performing and inclusive organisation that reflects the communities we serve, we value your lived experience and cultural knowledge, and we are committed to helping you thrive through flexible arrangements, workplace adjustments and a culture where everyone feels supported, connected and belongs.

Applications close 11.55pm on Sunday 13 September 2026.

For more information contact Michele Peel via

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.This role is subject to standard pre-employment checks, including a criminal record check.

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via or - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Advertised: 28 Aug 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 13 Sep 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time

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