Signals Engineering Officer

Transport for NSW; Inner West; On-site; AUD 125,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Sydney Trains in NSW is seeking a permanent Signals Engineer to join the Signals Engineering team. You will help maintain the integrity, reliability and safe operation of the Signals Network on-site in the Central, North and South regions.

You will provide specialist engineering advice, monitor network performance, support operational and emergency activities, and drive improvements across disciplines. Applicants must have MN S 41412, NSW Class C licence, and aim to obtain Signalling Engineer

Qualifications

• Engineering experience in signals maintenance, construction or commissioning within an operational environment.
• Confident communicator with ability to influence stakeholders across teams.
• High-level knowledge of Signalling manuals and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Part of the Signals Engineering team to maintain the integrity, reliability and safe operation of the Signals Network.
• Provide specialist engineering advice, monitor network performance and support operational and emergency activities across a complex rail environment.
• Work across disciplines to manage technical and operational issues and drive improvements to strengthen network reliability.
• Permanent, full-time opportunity based in the Central, North and South regions with on-site attendance.
• Demonstrate strong technical knowledge of signalling networks.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders and across teams.

Skills

Signalling knowledge

Engineering communication

Education

MN S 41412

NSW Class C licence

Signalling Engineer (Field) licence within 24 months

Job description

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Organisation/Entity: Sydney Trains

Job category: Engineering

Job location: Sydenham, NSW, AU, 2044

Job reference number: 111470

Employment type: Permanent Full-Time

Salary range: $124968.0-$144799.0

You want to play a part in making NSW a better place to work, live and travel.

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:

• You’ll be part of the Signals Engineering team, helping maintain the integrity, reliability and safe operation of the Signals Network.
• You’ll provide specialist engineering advice, monitor network performance and support operational and emergency activities across a complex rail environment.
• You’ll work across disciplines to manage technical and operational issues, improve engineering processes and drive initiatives that strengthen network reliability.
• This is a permanent, full-time opportunity based in the Central, North and South regions, with on-site attendance required.
• You’ve got engineering experience in signals maintenance, construction or commissioning within an operational environment, with strong technical knowledge of signalling networks.
• You’re a confident communicator who provides sound technical advice, influences stakeholders and works effectively across teams. You’ve got a high-level knowledge of Signalling manuals and procedures.
• You’re a professional engineer holding the minimum requirements of MN S 41412, to be eligible for Signals Engineering (Field) license or you’re a Licensed Signal Electrician. You hold a current NSW Class C driver licence. You can obtain licence to practice as a Signalling Engineer (Field) within 24 months.

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.

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.

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.

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Applications close 11:59 PM Wednesday 14 October 2026