Job Description

You excel at connecting the dots as a problem solver, ensuring the seamless delivery of reliable services from beginning to end.

You have the opportunity to gain a wealth of expertise and a diverse range of skills, providing insight and knowledge without losing sight of your work-life balance or wellbeing.

In this role, you'll:

We have an exciting opportunity become available for an experienced Technical Specialist to join our Network Maintenance division. You'll play a critical role in ensuring the reliability, performance, and operational integrity of Sydney Trains’ Transmission network infrastructure.

· Join our Network Maintenance division at Sydney Trains to provide and apply technical expertise in the ongoing maintenance (preventative and corrective) of DWDM, SDH, PDH, Microwave and Supervisory systems.

· Support infrastructure upgrades, project delivery and fault resolutions including up to second and third level support in the rectification of service faults.

· Monitor and manage transmission site supervisory systems and alarms.

· Support network uptime and SLA performance targets, commissioning of new links and upgrades and design reviews including site inspections.

· Provide as-built information and documentation to Design Engineers.

· Collaborate with operations, field teams, and project teams.

· Participate in a 24/7 rotating callout roster to support after hours incidents

This is a permanent full-time position, located at Erskineville. The position is critical to maintaining high network availability across metropolitan and regional environments. You'll support a large geographic footprint spanning from Newcastle to Kiama and to Lithgow. While based in Erskineville, site visits across the coverage area will be required.

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

About you

Certificate IV in Telecommunications or IT or equivalent experience.

Experience with telecommunications transmission networks, IP networking and data switching.

Strong field skills in diagnosing and resolving complex, high‑pressure faults.

Able to work independently across large geographic areas.

Clear communicator with the ability to work with technical teams, engineers and contractors.

Safety‑focused, reliable and comfortable working in operational rail environments.

Who we are

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

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 15 March 2026

For more information about this role, please contact RENEE.GAUDZINSKI@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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