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 in the process of delivering a once-in-a generation multi-billion dollar program of public infrastructure works which will ease congestion, improve safety, create new places and connect communities for generations to come. We are dedicated and passionate team that is proud of the work we do and the supportive and flexible team culture we have built. 

The Systems Engineering and Integration unit within the Technical Services Branch provides specialised engineering services for the multi-modal delivery, operations and management of our Transport network. Working within a mature matrix structure, we are the centre of technical expertise driving innovation and best practice.

The opportunity: 

Due to the unprecedented scale of investment in the Transport for NSW Future Transport strategy we have a range of Temporary permanent opportunities (up to 2026) for Systems Engineers & Senior Systems Engineers to be part the Technical Service’s team.

Are you a developing, or a seasoned Systems Engineer? Do you live and breathe systems thinking? Do you have experience applying Systems Engineering on multi-modal transport projects (rail, road, maritime), but maybe also on defence or aerospace programs? Do you want to a part of building NSW transport infrastructure and make your mark on flagship multi-modal transport projects such as Great Western Highway Upgrade, Fast Rail, M6 Motorway, Parramatta Light Rail, Warringah Freeway Upgrade or More Trains More Services? 

The role provides System Engineering services and advice and responds to requests for support in relation to systems engineering requirements associated with multiple projects across Transport. The role is a technical lead role that supports program and project design to facilitate the development and delivery of solutions that meet the customer’s needs.

Please click here (Grade 8) & here (Grade 9) to view a copy of the position description.

About you: 

You will have tertiary qualifications in a related discipline or equivalent experience with significant, proven capabilities in Systems Engineering.

Ideally you will have a background in the rail or road transportation sector and be well versed in System Engineering principles and tools. However, experience applying Systems Engineering in other safety and mission critical sectors (eg. defence, aerospace) will also be highly regarded.

Key Systems Engineering activities you will support include:

System Engineering consultancy and support to the program/project teams and their respective AEO contractors

Contributing to the development of key Systems Engineering artefacts in the early phases of projects including ConOps, OCD, MCD, BRS, SRS

Managing the quality and traceability of requirements in contemporary tools (eg.  DOORS Next Generation)

Supporting Verification and Validation (V&V) activities

Implementing Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)

Conducting due diligence reviews of AEO Suppliers’ deliverables

Essential requirements

Appropriate tertiary qualifications or demonstrated relevant, equivalent professional experience

Salary and Benefits 

Transport Grade 8 ($120,423  - $134,872) per annum plus superannuation and leave loading.

Transport Grade 9 ($138,670 - $155,309) per annum plus superannuation and leave loading.

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!

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

Application closes - 11:59PM, Wednesday 6th April 2022

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 Francisco Roca Risso at FRANK.ROCA@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU.

Apply today to register your interest!

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