About us

Transport for NSW keeps our State moving by providing safe, integrated and efficient transport systems. We put our customers at the centre of everything we do – and we do a lot. We connect people, communities and industry and manage how they use our road, rail and maritime networks and services, and even active modes like walking and cycling. The work we do connects the journeys you take every day.

We are a state government organisation made up of more than 28,000 people and we're in the middle of delivering the largest transport infrastructure program in Australia's history. We work across planning, policy and procurement, harnessing data and technology to develop smarter and more adaptive transport solutions.

That means job opportunities in metropolitan and regional areas right across NSW – you have the chance to be part of creating a lasting legacy that will benefit generations to come.

About the team

The Regional and Outer Metropolitan division is focused on understanding the particular needs of regional communities across NSW and delivering customer-centred integrated transport services and infrastructure.

The opportunity

Right now, we have a permanent full-time opportunity for a Team Leader – Mechanical Trades to join us in the Regional Maintenance Delivery team in Narrandera, NSW.

We’re working on game-changing projects and this role will allow you to develop your skills and gain exposure to types of work that you just won’t find anywhere else. 

You will be responsible for ensuring that the team processes occur and quality objectives are achieved. You will be leading a small crew (of up to 8 members) who undertake maintenance and repairs on a range of plant items, vehicles and mechanical equipment where no day is the same! You will be involved in:

Facilitating team meetings, processes and encourage team engagement and suggestions for improvement

Short term planning

Simple problem evaluation and continuous improvement processes

Conflict resolution and team development

Ensuring equity within the team

Ordering of materials/product and record keeping

Work Health Safety inspections

Supervision of minor contracts associated with the team’s activities

You may also be required to work outside normal working hours. You must be able attend after hour call-outs as well as be prepared to travel throughout the state and work at locations away from the base station.

Please click here to view a copy of the role description.

About you

We are looking for a born people leader and safety professional with the ability to overcome and remove obstacles in the course of work.

To be successful in this role, you will have extended experience and understanding in Mechanical Trades involving installation, maintenance, repairs, commissioning, and modification of complex machinery driven by hydraulic/pneumatic principles, as well as:

Motor Vehicle Repair industry council ticket

White Card

Traffic control Tickets

You’re an experienced negotiator and possess a finely tuned ability to communicate, influence and find solutions whilst keeping up the team spirit.

Additionally, experience in previous leadership roles or safety committee involvement will be highly advantageous.

Wage and Benefits

The wage for this position is $ 1498.50 (pay point 24) per week plus superannuation.

9 Day Fortnights

Maternity/Paternity/Adoption leave available

Partnership with Fitness Passport for ongoing staff and their families to access more than 390 gyms and pools at a discounted rate

Career progression opportunities encouraged

Rewarding and inclusive team environment

For more information on Employee Benefits at TfNSW please click here.

Interested? 

Joining Transport for NSW, you’ll have access to a range of unique government benefits in a flexible work environment like no other. If you’re ready to step into this meaningful and rewarding role, we want to hear from you!

How to apply

To apply for this position, please submit a resume and answer all questions within the online application process. Please note, direct applications via email will not be accepted.

Applications close: 11.59pm Sunday 26th April 2022

We take the WH&S and the management of fatigue of our employees seriously. Therefore, to be successful in this role it is a requirement that you must reside within a reasonable distance from your identified Headquarters/depot.

Please note: The successful candidate will undertake background checks including a National Police Check.

p>​We are the community we serve

We are committed to being an inclusive, diverse and flexible workplace where differences are valued. We welcome people of all backgrounds, experience and abilities.

We enable our people to work in ways that work for them. Working virtually and from different locations including regional locations, staggering work hours and job sharing are just some of the ways our people can work flexibly.

Please contact the Talent Specialist below if you require any adjustments to be made to how you interact with us throughout the recruitment process or would like to discuss flexible work options. ​

For any enquiries, please email Jacob at jacob.stockman@transport.nsw.gov.au

We’re certified as a Family Inclusive Workplace

Our flexible work practices and policies for parental leave, employee and family wellbeing and family care enable us to provide genuine support for our people to thrive at work and at home.

Apply today to register your interest!

Find out more about Transport for NSW at https://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/about-us.

Take a look at our application tips video series for plenty of great information on navigating and acing the application and recruitment process here at Transport.

Our COVIDSafe Measures Policy

All Transport for NSW workers are required to have:

appropriate evidence of being fully vaccinated with a TGA approved COVID-19 vaccine; or

an approved medical contraindication.

You will be required to show proof of your COVID-19 vaccination status or apply for a medical exemption prior to securing this role.

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