Closes: 22 September 2026

Classification: Senior Officer Grade B Salary: $149,172 - $167,151 plus superannuation

Position No: 39448

Directorate: City and Environment

Advertised (Gazettal date): 15 September 2026

Contact Officer: Aaron Ridley on (02) 6207 9393 or (02) 6207 9393

Details: Transport Canberra is seeking an experienced and collaborative leader to join the Business Improvement team as the Director Strategy, Planning and Policy.

This role leads the development of strategic public transport policy, planning and business improvement initiatives that support Canberra's integrated public transport network. Working closely with senior leaders and key stakeholders, you will oversee the development of the Public Transport Strategy, strategic plans, policy advice, business cases and budget proposals that shape the future of public transport services across the ACT.

We are looking for a strategic thinker with demonstrated experience delivering complex projects and policy outcomes in a dynamic environment. You will have excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, the ability to provide high-quality advice on complex issues, and a strong commitment to building productive teams and delivering customer-focused outcomes. Experience in government policy, planning, budget development, transport or infrastructure environments will be highly regarded.

We are committed to creating an inclusive setting where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply.

Eligibility/ Other Requirements:

- Visa holders are eligible to apply for both permanent and temporary roles. Those with eligible visas may be considered for permanent employment,



while individuals with temporary residency or limited-duration visas may be offered permanent employment for the duration of their visas.
- The Planning and Delivery Branch operates in a hybrid working environment. Staff are expected to work a minimum of 40% of their weekly hours from the office.

Note: This is a temporary position available immediately for a period of three months. This position is available to ACT Government officers and employees only. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only. Please note, this position is situated in a workplace designed for activity-based working (ABW). Under ABW arrangements, officers will not have a designated workstation/desk. Opportunities for flexible working options could include hybrid working, being a combination of working from home, designated office based and FlexiSpace working locations across the ACT. How to Apply: Please submit:

- A current curriculum vitae (maximum five pages)
- A written response (maximum two pages) outlining how your Skills, Experience and Capabilities align with the requirements of the role.

Applications should demonstrate your experience in strategic policy development, stakeholder engagement, project delivery, leadership and providing advice on complex issues. Applications should be submitted .

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.

Note

This is a temporary position available immediately for a period of three months. This position is available to ACT Government officers and employees only.

📌 Director Strategy, Planning and Policy | Full-time Temporary (Canberra)
🏢 Act Government
📍 Canberra