Remote Opportunity

AI Governance Lead (Fixed term opportunity until 30/9/2026)

Join Transport for NSW as a senior professional working remotely from Australia. Explore the role, benefits, and apply in one place.

Contract
$120,000 - $180,000*
2 months ago
Australia
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Senior
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Compliance
Data governance
+3 more

Job Description

You crave a career that pushes you, where you'll meet challenges head on and you're guaranteed to grow.

 

You're all about the detail and this role will allow you to drive evidence-based decision making to optimise systems and efficiency, not just for the business but for our customers too. It's data and research with impact you can see.

 



In this role, you'll:


Be working as part of a team delivering enterprise-wide data, AI governance and regulatory assurance outcomes, this role will see you lead the end-to-end delivery of Transport’s AI Governance & Compliance program.

 

You will operationalise the NSW AI Assessment Framework (AIAF) across projects, procurement and BAU change, embed mandatory assurance gates, and coordinate cross-functional reviews spanning Legal, Privacy, Ethics, Cyber Security and Procurement.

 

You will lead the development and activation of Transport’s AI Policy and Governance Framework, navigate complex regulatory and risk landscapes, and build scalable, fit-for-purpose governance and assurance processes in a large, highly regulated and rapidly evolving AI environment.

 

Please note this position is called Senior Manager Data Governance in our structure. The role is Fixed Term until 30/09/2026 and is based in Macquarie Park with hybrid work arrangements supported. 

 

For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack.

 


About you


Your extensive leadership experience, formed across 15+ years in Data and AI transformation, governance, compliance and risk within large, complex organisations, will see you drive high‑quality outcomes, navigate organisational challenges and deliver mature, scalable governance capabilities.

 

You're recognised as a strategic and influential leader, skilled at guiding multidisciplinary teams with a strong delivery focus, and experienced in implementing leading Data and AI governance solutions (such as Collibra, IBM Watson, Credo AI and Informatica) while engaging and influencing stakeholders at all levels, including executives.

 

Experience implementing or operating AI risk and compliance frameworks, such as the NSW AI Assessment Framework (AIAF) or equivalent models, alongside deep knowledge of leading AI governance standards and their practical application, e.g. NIST AI RMF, ISO/IEC 42001 and ISO/IEC 23894, is desirable.

 


Who we are


Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day. 

 

 

 

Join us

 

Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers.

 

We offer a wide range of employee benefits, like our award-winning flexible and hybrid work options.

 

This role is hybrid-friendly, meaning you can mix in-person days at your team’s home base location with remote days. 

 

What are you waiting for…? Connect with us.  Apply now!

 

Applications close: 11:59 pm Sunday 15 March 2026.

 

For more information about this role, please contact [email protected].

 

Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal people or Supporting people with disability for more info or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us. 

 

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Requirements

  • 15+ years of experience in Data and AI transformation, governance, compliance and risk
  • Strong leadership experience and strategic thinking
  • Ability to navigate complex regulatory and risk landscapes
  • Experience implementing leading Data and AI governance solutions
  • Deep knowledge of leading AI governance standards and their practical application

Benefits

  • Flexible Hours
  • Gym Membership
  • Health Insurance
  • Home Office Budget
  • Learning Budget
  • Paid Time Off
  • Remote Work

Skills

AI Governance
Compliance
Data governance
Machine Learning
Risk Management
Regulatory Assurance

About AI-Estimated Salary

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Salary Range (AI-Estimated)*
$120,000 - $180,000
80% confidence
Posted 2 months ago

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