Deputy Project Director, Rail Infrastructure (Future Fleet)

Transport for NSW; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Flexible work options

Job summary

Transport for NSW invites applications for Deputy Project Director, Rail Infrastructure under the Future Fleet Program. The role leads complex rail projects, directing procurement, enabling works and delivery across Sydney's rail network while maintaining safety, budget and schedule.

The position is a full-time fixed-term until February 2030, operating in a hybrid model with initial 50% attendance in Sydney CBD for 18 months, then flexible to other locations.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience delivering major rail or transport infrastructure.
• Strong track record in live rail environments and safety.
• Deep contract, commercial and financial management capability.
• Proven success leading multidisciplinary delivery partners.
• Skilled at resolving complex issues while maintaining safety, budget and schedule.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, procurement and delivery of enabling works across Sydney's rail network.
• Provide strategic oversight across multidisciplinary workstreams and delivery readiness.
• Collaborate with operators, government agencies, contractors and councils to resolve risks.
• Ensure safety, quality, budget and schedule in live rail environments.
• Support the Project Director to build capable teams and deliver integrated infrastructure outcomes.

Skills

Rail project delivery

Live rail environments

Contract & financial management

Leadership of multi-disciplinary teams

Risk management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Relevant tertiary qualifications

Job description

Transport for NSW invites applications for Deputy Project Director, Rail Infrastructure under the Future Fleet Program. The role leads complex rail projects, directing procurement, enabling works and delivery across Sydney's rail network while maintaining safety, budget and schedule.

The position is a full-time fixed-term until February 2030, operating in a hybrid model with initial 50% attendance in Sydney CBD for 18 months, then flexible to other locations.