You want to play a part in making NSW a better place to work, live and travel.
Every day will be different, and you’ll thrive in the fast-paced environment that will see you embedded in our frontline, connecting with millions of people from across NSW.
In this role, you'll:
Work as part of a team to ensure the delivery of timely and reliable services to connect people and places throughout NSW, based in Canberra.
You will play a key role in operating our trains safely and efficiently to destinations according to timetable and provide a transportation service to NSW TrainLink’s passengers.
For more information on this position, click here for the role description and click here for the Information Pack.
Please click here for link to a video on Work with NSW TrainLink.
About you
Your experience as a train driver will see you excel in this role.
With current 5 years practical main line train driving experience you hold or are able to obtain a NSW safe working qualification.
You’re recognised as customer and safety focused with experience working collaboratively in a team.
Who we are
Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day.
At NSW TrainLink, we help connect passengers all over NSW and beyond. Our regional network of trains and coaches provide valuable links between regional and metropolitan centres across NSW and between neighbouring states and territories.
Our services support thriving regional communities and economies by helping people access the things that are important to them and by bringing visitors to our stunning regions.
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
We offer a wide range of employee benefits, like our award-winning flexible and hybrid work options.
This is an in-person, on-site role.
What are you waiting for…? Connect with us. Apply now!
Applications close: 11:59 pm Sunday 1 February 2026.
For more information about this role, please contact Bhavana.Udaygiri@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 info or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us.
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