You're passionate about a career delivering solutions that impact millions.
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:
Oversee the daily operations and coordination of maintenance activities within the Maintenance Centre, to ensure Fleet availability and driving continuous improvement.
You will lead and manage a multifunctional team of (electricians, fitters, and rail maintainers) fostering a collaborative culture, optimising productivity, and supporting performance development in a high-pressure environment. You’ll also manage staff performance and ensure expectations are communicated clearly.
You’ll use EAM and SAP software to plan and track maintenance activities, and manage resources, ensuring compliance with safety and operational procedures.
This is a permanent full-time role located on-site at Eveleigh in a 24/7 operational environment, flexibility to be available to work weekends, night shifts and public holidays is essential.
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About you
You hold an Electrical or Mechanical degree or certificate or trade qualification with extensive experience in heavy maintenance and managing teams in an operational environment.
Your leadership skills allow you to effectively manage and guide teams through change, manage conflicting priorities, and ensure clear communication and adherence to procedures.
You’re experienced in the use of maintenance management software (such as EAM, SAP) and have a strong ability to apply it to improve efficiency and productivity. Knowledge and experience in applying continuous improvement methodologies and best practices such as Lean Six Sigma
is an advantage.
You’re also resilient, adaptable, and capable of leading a team under pressure while driving improvement and meeting operational goals.
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, Friday 24th July 2026
For more information about this role, please contact DAVID.LITYNSKI@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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