Salva Naiker has extensive experience in project management and operational roles within the public sector, particularly at the NSW Department of Education since July 2017, where positions have included R/Senior Project Officer and Project Officer in the Casual Workforce Program Delivery. Previous roles at the department have focused on performance and development coordination for non-teaching staff. Earlier career experiences include administrative roles with the Department of Justice NSW and revenue management with Western Sydney Local Health District, as well as customer service and sales positions in the private sector, including Nestlé Nespresso SA. Salva Naiker holds a Bachelor's Degree in Psychological Studies from Western Sydney University and a Certificate II in Business from TAFE NSW.