Job Description

You prioritise the safety of yourself and others at work, both physically and mentally.

You've been developing your skills and are ready to work on projects that matter to the people of NSW. You know that quality matters and that delivering results requires a great team.

In this role, you'll:

Be working within Major Works, the major brownfield construction hub of Sydney Trains’ Engineering and Maintenance division. You’ll play a key role in the inspection, maintenance, and repair of track, which is critical for keeping our trains, and most importantly customers, safe, on the move and on time.

The work is rewarding, primarily outdoors and will involve working in all kinds of weather at various times of the day and night, seven days a week.

You’ll primarily be based at our Clyde Heavy Plant depot; you’ll work with a diverse and dedicated team as well as supportive managers.

At times you’ll be required to work across the rail network which will require a significant amount of travel.

The roles are all rostered shift work including night shifts, weekends, public holidays.

You’ll be required to live away from home on occasions to help us manage your safety and fatigue.

For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description here and information pack here

About you

You’ve got previous experience working in a construction or maintenance environment and are able to work with technical and industrial equipment as well as being able to follow technical work instructions.

You possess skills in plant operation, worksite protection or inspection and can undertake heavy manual work.

You know safety comes first and stand up for safety in the workplace. You have a strong work ethic, positive attitude and want to make a real difference for our customers.

You have a current and valid class “C” drivers’ licence.

You may hold the below qualifications but these are desirable not essential:

- PO02 – Protection Officer Class 2

- Maintain and Certify Track

- TVO - Track Vehicle Operator

- TMO Heavy - Track Machine Operator

- Cert II Rail Infrastructure

Who we are

Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day.

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.

Join us

Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers

This is an in-person, on-site role.

Apply today

Applications close 11:59 PM Sunday 8th March 2026

For more information about this role, please contact ISABEL.GOMES@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU.

Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal People or Supporting People with Disability for more information or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us.

Learn more about how to apply via Our recruitment process | Transport for NSW

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