Shape NSW communities through transformative digital planning projects

- Permanent full-time opportunity
- Parramatta office location preferred, regional office locations considered with versatile working supported
- Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $154,231 - $178,369 p.a plus super

The role

Lead complex digital projects that improve how people, industry and government interact with the NSW Planning Portal.

You’ll drive strategic initiatives from concept to delivery, influencing outcomes that support thriving communities across NSW.

Working with diverse stakeholders, you'll solve complex challenges, balance competing priorities and deliver measurable outcomes. This is an opportunity to shape the future of digital planning services while creating lasting value for the communities we serve.

For more information read the full Role Description: Principal Project Manager

What you will bring to the role

- Demonstrated ability to lead the delivery of complex projects, balancing competing priorities, managing interdependencies and driving outcomes within agreed timeframes.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills, with the capability to influence, negotiate and build consensus across diverse stakeholder groups.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear recommendations and effectively engage a range of audiences.
- Well-developed problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyse issues, identify risks and implement practical solutions that support project objectives and continuous improvement.





Key skills or qualifications

- Understanding of the NSW Planning System and the digital services and tools used to support it
- Understanding of PEGA workflows; API integration; digital development, testing and release processes and practices; and data capture and storage.
- Experience working within the NSW Digital Planning System

About us The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities.

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.

Join us





If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close 11:55pm Sunday 22nd November 2026

Should you require further information about the role please contact Lucy Jenkin – A/Director Digital Projects and Transformation at [email protected] To enhance your account security, PageUp is introducing two-factor authentication (2FA). You can follow the step by step guide here. If you experience any issues please reach out on (02) 63637676 - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1.

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

resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.

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 [email protected] or (02) 63637676​ - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.

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