Senior Manager Rail Safety

Sydney Metro; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Sydney Metro in Sydney, NSW, is seeking a Senior Rail Safety Manager to lead the development and embedding of tailored safety practices across our rail projects. You will provide strategic direction, drive compliance with rail safety requirements, and foster a proactive safety culture across the portfolio.

This permanent role requires attendance at the Sydney Metro offices and project sites. Reporting to the Director Health and Safety Partnering, you will shape safety leadership and drive

Qualifications

• Extensive rail industry experience and knowledge of rail safety legislation and standards.
• Ability to lead and motivate high-performing teams.
• Proven stakeholder management skills at all levels.
• Understanding of RTO accreditation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety strategy across the project portfolio and drive compliance.
• Develop and embed tailored safety practices for Sydney Metro projects.
• Provide strategic direction and expertise to improve safety systems.
• Influence safety culture and monitor performance across sites.

Skills

Rail safety leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic planning

Safety regulation knowledge

Communication

Education

Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline

Job description

Organisation/Entity: Sydney Metro Job category: Senior Executive Job location: Sydney, NSW, AU, 2000 Job reference number: 111264 Employment type: Permanent Full-Time Salary range: An attractive remuneration package

You prioritise the safety of yourself and others at work, both physically and mentally.

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:

Join the Health and Safety team and become a driving force in shaping rail safety at Sydney Metro.

As a Senior Rail Safety Manager, you will play a pivotal role in establishing and embedding tailored safety practices across Sydney Metro's exceptional project portfolio.

You will provide strategic leadership and technical expertise to ensure the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of robust safety management systems. Your influence will be critical in driving compliance with all relevant rail safety requirements and fostering a proactive safety culture across our projects.

As a key leader within Sydney Metro's Health and Safety team, the Senior Rail Safety Manager will play a pivotal role in shaping the Sydney Metro's safety culture and ensuring compliance across our project portfolio.

Reporting to the Director Health and Safety Parterning, you will provide strategic direction and apply your technical expertise to develop, implement, and continuously improve Sydney Metro's rail safety management system.

This is a permanent role, requiring attendance at the centrally based Sydney Metro office and Project sites.

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

About You

We are seeking an accomplished and influential rail safety leader with a passion for driving excellence and shaping the future of rail safety for Sydney Metro.

As a technical expert, you possess a deep understanding of the rail industry , applying rail safety legislation, standards, and best practices within major rail projects and a proven ability to navigate complex safety challenges within large-scale infrastructure projects.

A strategic mindset and the ability to inspire confidence and influence stakeholders at all levels.

A genuine passion for safety and a dedication to fostering a proactive safety culture.

Proven capabilities leading and motivating high-performing teams, coupled with exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.

A demonstrated ability to identify, analyse, and mitigate safety risks, while proactively driving compliance and delivering impactful outcomes.

In-depth knowledge of Rail Transport Operator (RTO) accreditation requirements and practical application of such.

Extensive experience in the rail industry or related rail infrastructure construction, ideally within NSW.

Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline, or equivalent experience that demonstrates your extensive capabilities.

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

Applications close 11:59 PM Monday 14 September, 2026.

For more information about this role, please contact [e-mail].

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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