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 Infrastructure and Place division is charged with the delivery of an ambitious and once-in-a generation program of public infrastructure works.

We are developing and delivering smart, integrated and sustainable infrastructure and places that are valued by our customers and communities.

The Technical Services Branch provides specialised engineering services for the multi-modal delivery, operations and management of our Transport network.

We are the centre of technical expertise driving innovation and best practice.

The opportunity

We have an amazing opportunity for multiple motivated and enthusiastic Project Engineer – Fleet to play a pivotal role in delivering some of the best infrastructure projects in NSW.

The primary purpose of this role is to support the Engineering Manager, Senior Project Engineer and/ or Project Manager in the delivery and management of large scale complex multiple projects within a program of work within clearly defined scope, quality, time and cost constraints, typically technically leading a significant phase of Fleet project or Fleet product subsystem.

The opportunity is for three (3) permanent Project Engineer – Fleet.

Two (2) positions will be on the Regional Rail Project, with focus areas of mechanical engineering and electrical engineering.

One (1) positions will be on the New Intercity Fleet (Mariyung) Project, with focus areas of mechanical engineering.

What you will be involved in: 

Undertaking the duties requested with the appropriate behaviours and complying with all relevant quality, safety, project management and engineering standards and procedures.

Delivering technical tasks to comply with time, cost, quality, safety, project, engineering standards and procedures. Tasks may include:

Resolving technical queries in collaboration with the appropriate technical stakeholders,

Provide advisory support to resolve design issues through the asset lifecycle,

Review, verify and accept technical documentation against contracted technical requirements,

Provide oversight and monitoring of temporary works designs,

Review, implement and monitor engineering processes

Contribute to operation and maintenance plans for the procured fleet assets.

Answer, resolve or escalate all technical queries (as required) in a timely manner to meet project deadlines.

Support Project Management to determine project risks, provide input into a project risk register, monitor risks, and implement mitigations (as required).

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

About you

This role is perfect for an ambitious and high performing engineer who is looking to take their next big career step with NSW’s leading infrastructure agency during an exciting time of growth and delivery.  

Essential requirements 

Bachelor Degree qualifications in Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronic Engineering, or equivalent relevant discipline, or equivalent professional qualification from a recognised tertiary institution.

This role is recognised as requiring a Professional Engineer.

This role is identified as a Rail Safety Worker (RSW)

The role is identified as requiring to hold an Rail Industry Worker (RIW) card to conduct the duties and therefore is required to satisfy appropriate medical requirements to (Cat 3, Nil CV, Cat 3 hearing).

Salary and Benefits

The salary for this role is Grade 8 ($120,423.00 - $134,872.00) per annum plus superannuation depending on your level of experience.

For more information on Employee Benefits at Transport for NSW, 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!

To apply for this position, please submit a resume and answer all questions within the online application process.

Please check the internal role eligibility requirements or policy for your agency before applying for internally advertised roles.

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 Richard Pickford at RICHARD.PICKFORD@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.

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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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