At Sydney Trains, our rail services keep Sydney moving by putting our customers at the centre of everything we do. We work with our local communities to deliver safe, timely and efficient rail services 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Our trains and network are evolving to meet the needs of our customers now and well into the future. We’re continuing to integrate technological innovations that help us deliver a smarter and more sustainable network.

About the team

Major Works is the major brownfield construction hub at Sydney Trains. Providing Engineering and Maintenance work across the Sydney Trains Network. There are over 1000 staff in the directorate which operate in a fast paced multi-disciplinary project environment.

The opportunity

An exciting opportunity exists for a Senior Estimator to join our Major Works division within Sydney Trains. As the Senior Estimator you will provide expert advice and technical solutions including estimates, cost planning, budgets, and estimating assurance for complex projects and programs. As Senior Estimator you will have authority over the overall process of estimating and providing oversight, support and assurance role across delivery groups within the delivery and planning lifecycle. There will be the expectation to work closely with relevant stakeholders to drive effective business outcomes and excellent results.

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

About you

A background in engineering or project management on large and complex infrastructure projects has equipped you with an understanding of the unique opportunities and challenges of our environment and will enable you to contribute to our high performing team. Most importantly, you are a careful decision maker, demonstrating expert application of first principles estimation and would be able to coach and upskill Estimators. Experience with or awareness of risk management practices is desirable.

It’s no secret that you will encounter challenges in this public service role - the stakes are high and the pressure is on as we deal with budget and time constraints, interface issues and public scrutiny. Your estimating skills and experience will equip you with the resilience and determination required to overcome these unique obstacles with an open mind and positive attitude. You will have relevant tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Quantity Surveying and / or equivalent experience in a related discipline.

Previous experience in rail maintenance projects and estimating software Candy are highly regarded.

Does this sound like you?  Apply today to register your interest! 

Benefits

Sydney Trains offers its employees challenging and rewarding work with opportunities for career progression, learning and development and work-life balance. Other benefits include:

Free travel on Government trains, buses and ferries

Flexible work practices, including working from home

Flex time and accrued days off

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

Interested?

Joining Sydney Trains for the opportunity to shape the future and make a genuine difference for the people of NSW by providing a world class rail system.

How to apply

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

Applications close: 11:59pm on Sunday 3rd April 2022.

For any enquiries, please contact Lucy Brophy on Lucy.Brophy@transport.nsw.gov.au  

Please note: successful candidates will need to undertake background checks and criminal record checks.

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 and their teams. 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 Lucy Brophy at Lucy.Brophy@transport.nsw.gov.au.

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

Need help? 

For more information on how to apply for a role in the NSW Public Sector please click here.  

All Transport workers are required to have:

at least one dose of a TGA approved COVID-19 vaccine by 6 December 2021 and two doses by 7 February 2022; 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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