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About the High Speed Rail Authority The Australian Government is planning a future high speed rail network to connect Brisbane, Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne and regional communities across the east coast of Australia. The High Speed Rail Authority (the Authority), an independent corporate Commonwealth entity governed by an independent board, is leading the development and delivery of High Speed Rail. Line 1, connecting Newcastle to Sydney on a dedicated new railway using trains travelling up to 320km/h, is now in the Development Phase. High Speed Rail will contribute to a number of key Australian Government priorities, including increased economic productivity, new housing options, regional economic and tourism development and contributing to net zero. More information about the Authority and our work is available at: www.hsra.gov.au . Primary purpose of the role The Senior Manager, Corporate Services would lead HSRAs corporate services function, including regulatory organisational planning and performance reporting; integrated management systems and corporate policies; property, facilities and other enabling corporate services. Develop a client-focused corporate services function that is dynamic and responsive to the Authoritys emerging needs. Embed best practice corporate policies and management systems and procedures that support the efficient and effective delivery of a nationally significant infrastructure project. Key Responsibilities This role will be responsible for: A) Regulatory organisational planning and performance reporting Lead the Authoritys corporate planning functions to ensure compliance with the requirements of the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act (PGPA Act). Lead the Authoritys regulatory performance reporting obligations, including regular reporting requirements to the Board and the Australian Government under the PGPA Act and the preparation of the Annual Report in collaboration with the Senior Finance Manager. Lead the other reporting obligations for Corporate Commonwealth Entities under the Australian Public Service requirements; Commonwealth Performance Framework and other regulatory requirements. B) Corporate Policies and Integrated Management Systems Maintain and continuously improve the Authoritys corporate policies to ensure compliance with Commonwealth regulatory requirements and responsive to the Authoritys emerging needs. Manage and continuously improve the Authoritys integrated management systems to ensure the compliance with regulatory requirements and embed best practice management systems that supports dynamic and client-focused outcomes. C) Property and other enabling services Lead the Authoritys corporate office strategy consistent with the Commonwealth Property Management Framework, including leasing and facilities management for office/corporate leases in Canberra, Sydney and Newcastle and the establishment of new corporate offices as required. Lead the Authoritys enabling services as required to ensure other functions are well supported to deliver on emerging needs. Collaborate closely with all other functions in the Authority, particularly finance, procurement, information and communication technology, legal and human resources to support a client-focused corporate services function. Knowledge, Experience and Skills Qualifications & Knowledge: Tertiary qualifications in business, public administration, finance, law, HR, ICT or governance-related certifications considered highly desirable. Strong, applied knowledge of the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act and Commonwealth regulatory frameworks considered highly desirable. Knowledge of Australian Public Service leadership expectations and the Integrated Leadership System and the ability to build capability aligned to these frameworks. Broad understanding of best-practice corporate policies and systemsincluding in highly regulated environmentsand their role in supporting effective, compliant and high performing organisational operations. Job Specific & Technical Capabilities Advanced Government corporate services expertise: Demonstrated leadership of complex and dynamic corporate services from strategy through to implementation. Capability to lead a dynamic and client-focused team: demonstrated capability to develop and lead a diverse team that is focused on helping clients and responsive to their needs. Corporate support proficiency: Highly skilled in planning and delivering fit for purpose planning, reporting and corporate services. Core Capabilities Shapes Strategic Thinking Strategic stewardship & shaping direction: Establishes an integrated corporate services function to support HSRAs strategic outcomes. Anticipates regulatory changes and market dynamics and positions HSRA accordingly. Achieves Results Delivery, assurance & results orientation: Drives a responsive, client-focused approach to corporate services functions to support business functions to deliver on their outcomes. Cultivates Productive Working Relationships Collaboration, influence & relationship leadership: Builds strong, productive relationships across all HSRA business function and suppliers. Leverages networks to focus on solutions, remove barriers and ensure corporate services are compliant with regulatory requirements and outcome focused. Exemplifies Personal Drive and Integrity Integrity, ethics & professional conduct: Models Australian Public Service integrity standards, probity, impartiality and transparent decision making. Demonstrates informed judgement under pressure, maintains strong audit trails and ensures all activity withstands internal and external scrutiny. Communicates with Influence Culture, capability & communication excellence: Develops a high performing, diverse and expert team; drives continuous improvement and learning; and communicates with clarity and influence. Provides compelling and decisive advice to HSRA executives and business functions. Behavioural Indicators The following behavioural indicators are key attributes that will be required for this role to succeed Collaboration: Builds strong, respectful partnerships across the Authoritys functions; leverages diverse expertise to refine requirements and corporate decisions. Adaptability: Demonstrates sound judgement under pressure; adjusts approach as priorities or policy settings shiftbalancing compliance, risk and timely delivery, and escalating early with evidence based options. Communication: Communicates with clarity and influence, framing options, trade offs and recommendations for executives, governance committees and external partners; tailors messages to audience needs. Efficiency: Applies disciplined, proportionate processes that safeguard integrity while avoiding delay; maintains well documented, auditable records across all corporate functions and drives continuous improvement. Eligibility Requirements Employment with the Authority is subject to conditions prescribed within the Public Service Act 1999 included: Citizenship: must be an Australian citizen to be eligible for employment with the Authority. Qualification: Degree or equivalent working experience. Pre-Employment Screening: Police check is a mandatory requirement check Security Clearance: Baseline Clearance Why Join Us At the High-Speed Rail Authority, youll help shape the systems that support Australias proposed future high speed rail network. We offer: A purpose-driven culture focused on integrity and innovation Opportunities to influence national governance and risk strategy Flexibility, growth, and meaningful work Support for relevant learning, training and study assistance for staffs professional development 4 weeks annual leave 20 days personal/carers leave per annum Free annual flu vaccinations Fitness passport EAP services How to Apply As part of your application, you will be required to submit your Resume and a Cover Letter (maximum word limit 500) via email to ***********@hsra.gov.au. Please ensure this document is attached before submitting your application. For any questions about the role, please email ***********@hsra.gov.au with the position title in the subject line. If you have any issues with applying, please email ***********@hsra.gov.au Application Close: Tuesday 19 May 2026 at 11:59 pm Merit Pool A merit pool of suitable candidates may be created from this selection process. Suitable candidates placed on the merit pool may be contacted in relation to identical or similar vacancies on an ongoing basis at High Speed Rail Authority, or the broader APS, within 18 months from the start date of this advertisement.