TfNSW announces “savings target” targeting a reduction of 950 positions
The Public Service Association of NSW (PSA) is aware that communication has gone out to staff outlining TfNSW “savings targets” which they envisage will be found from a reduction of approximately 950 TSSM and Award grade positions across TfNSW. The government’s own policy requires TFNSW to actively redeploy affected staff in the government sector and PSA will support members throughout this process.
Consultation expected throughout rest of 2025
The update sent out states that TfNSW expects consultation to begin for some branches in August, with an aim for all branches to be determined by the end of 2025.
Early exit and mobility options for TSSMs
The update references that TfNSW will be introducing an “early exit” and “mobility options” for TSSM’s. The PSA is seeking further information from TfNSW around these details and how it will interact with individual branch designs and consultation processes. The PSA would expect that before any reduction of positions for Award staff are explicitly identified, that this “early exit” program be allowed to run its course, to mitigate adverse effects on staff of this proposed major change.
Senior Executives and Contractors
While the announcement does reference that TfNSW has already delivered a reduction of 200 (out of 300) Senior Executive roles, the PSA is seeking further information on the cost savings already achieved, the cost savings still required, and what other options have been, or can be, explored to find savings. If savings need to be found, they should be made from these areas first and foremost.
Workforce Mobility Placement Policy
Before consultation on TfNSW’s proposed changes begin, you can view the NSW Government’s “Workforce Mobility Placement Policy” which is required to apply to “ongoing non-executive employees” impacted by change, here.
Support from the PSA
In the immediate term, the PSA will be arranging a meeting of delegates to discuss the announcement made this morning. Whilst consultation on the announcement has not yet begun and specific designs have not been shared with the PSA at this time, there has never been a more important time to join the PSA.
Your PSA Delegates
Planning, Integration and Passenger
Angela Carroll
Hayley Dellaca
Leisa Sedger
Varada Shinde
Coordinator General
Adam Carroll
People Communications and Workplace
Joanne Kent
Arshdeep Kohli
Dane Richards
Gloria Nallas
Finance, Technology and Commercial
Gary Sladden
PSA Central Councilor
Lachlan Mercer
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TfNSW @ PSA mailbox
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