Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies.

• Creation of a Talent Pool for future opportunities at the department
• Successful applicants will be required to work from Ministerial offices located in Sydney CBD 5 days per week
• Salary is relative to experience and ranges from $129,464.00 TO $142,665.00 plus super

What’s in it for me?

Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed.

The role

The Senior Departmental Liaison Officer provides advice and responses regarding issues which affect the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) and high-level administration support as required. The role facilitates the effective and efficient operation of the Minister’s Office and contributes to the achievement of Department and Government commitments.

You will have strong communication skills, including the ability to deliver high-quality written briefs and advice on complex and sensitive issues to diverse audiences. You proactively engage and communicate with all stakeholders in a positive and professional manner to ensure strong relationships are developed and maintained to support your commitment to provide superior, effective and efficient support for current and emerging matters in a sensitive and ever-changing environment.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate thorough working knowledge of the machinery of government, the roles of Cabinet & Parliament within NSW, as well as the procedures required for ministerial correspondence, briefings, parliamentary material, and speeches.

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Departmental Liaison Officer

About You

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively convey ideas and collaborate with team members. 
• High level administrative skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and competing demands. 
• Capable of driving outcomes while effectively involving stakeholders throughout the process, fostering collaboration and buy-in. 
• Outstanding stakeholder engagement skills, fostering strong relationships and ensuring alignment with diverse stakeholders to achieve outcomes.
• A self‑starter who takes initiative, spotting what needs to be done and stepping in early to keep work moving without waiting for direction
• Comfortable working in a busy, high‑pressure environment, staying organised and focused while managing competing priorities and fast‑changing demands
• Maintains meticulous attention to detail amidst high-volume workloads, ensuring accuracy and precision in all tasks and deliverables. 

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 Monday, 16 March 2026 at 11:55PM. Should you require further information about the role please contact Belinda Sheather, Manager, DLO Program on belinda.sheather@dpie.nsw.gov.au.

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.

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. 

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 talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au 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.