Job Description

You’re agile and flexible because you can see the benefits of change.

You take health and safety as seriously as we do. You're passionate about being part of a team that delivers impactful health and safety outcomes so that everyone goes home safely every day.

In this role, you'll:

• Lead, plan and conduct Health & Safety Management System (HSMS) audits across large, high risk civil and rail infrastructure projects
• Deliver assurance activities within complex rail civil infrastructure construction environments
• Assess compliance with WHS legislation, rail safety requirements and heavy vehicle regulatory frameworks
• Review and test the effectiveness of safety systems, risk controls and governance arrangements
• Identify systemic issues, emerging trends and continuous improvement opportunities
• Prepare clear, evidence based audit reports and present findings to senior management
• Work collaboratively with project teams, contractors and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to validate findings and recommendations
• Be supported by SMEs throughout the audit process, allowing you to focus on audit quality, insight and assurance outcomes

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

About you

Demonstrated experience conducting Health & Safety Management System audits in complex, high risk environments, with the ability to present an audit log.

Experience or exposure to:

• Civil infrastructure construction projects
• Rail projects and rail safety frameworks
• Heavy vehicle compliance
• Occupational Health & Hygiene (e.g. noise, dust, hazardous substances, exposure monitoring)

Sound understanding of WHS legislation, codes of practice and industry standards.

Strong analytical, interviewing and report writing skills.

Ability to engage credibly with senior leaders, contractors and regulators.

Essentials:

• Tertiary qualification in WHS (minimum Certificate IV in WHS or Rail Safety)
• WHS Management Systems Lead Auditor certification (e.g. ISO 45001 or equivalent)
• Experience auditing large, multi-contractor or government infrastructure programs

Who we are

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

Sydney Metro delivers Australia’s biggest public transport project and first driverless railway. We engage with our customers and community, and contribute to vibrant and attractive places through station design, interchanges and precincts.

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

Flexible work options may be available. Learn more via Flexible work options and policy

Apply today

Applications close 11:59 PM, Thursday 14th May 2026

For more information about this role, please contact SWATHY.MOHAN3@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

#LI-Hybrid