Work Group Leader - Signals

Sydney Trains; Cumberland; On-site; AUD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Sydney Trains is seeking a Work Group Leader Signals in Clyde, NSW, to lead a Signals Work Group within the Network Maintenance division. You’ll allocate work, supervise frontline teams, and ensure safe, on-time delivery while coaching staff for continuous improvement.

The role requires a qualified Signals Electrician (4.3+ level), strong communication skills, and a safety-first approach. A Medium Rigid or higher truck license is preferred but not essential; this is an on-site, rostered role.

Qualifications

• Accredited Signals Electrician assessed to 4.3 level or above.
• Frontline supervisory experience and leadership skills.
• Commitment to safety and high standards in delivery of works.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Signals Work Group and allocate tasks.
• Ensure works are delivered safely, on time and to spec.
• Coach, mentor and develop team members for continuous improvement.
• Rostered 24/7 with 12-hour day and night shifts; flexibility essential.

Skills

Leadership experience

Supervisory experience

Strong communication

Safety-first mindset

Analytical problem-solving

Education

Qualified Signals Electrician

Tools

Electrical testing tools

Job description

Organisation/Entity: Sydney Trains
Job category: Projects
Job location:
Clyde, NSW, AU, 2142
Job reference number: 111100
Employment type: Permanent Full-Time
Salary range: $110115.0-$110115.0

You’re open to a change of direction and a new challenge.

Work in an organisation based on purpose, structure and process. You know that to make a meaningful contribution to our community and economy, there needs to be diligence in our operations.

In this role, you’ll:

Be working as a Work Group Leader Signals as part of our progressive Network Maintenance division out of the Metropolitan Control Centre in Homebush. You’ll play a key role in the allocation of work to a committed Signals Work Group and assist in meeting and exceeding agreed specifications and scope of works safely and on time. You’ll also work alongside, collaborate and support your Team Leader with all aspects of project delivery.

As well as managing the delivery of works and maintaining the safe operation and security of equipment and resources, you’ll help ensure all team members are confident and competent to perform their roles and if not, be pivotal in identifying and providing coaching, mentoring and learning opportunities to ensure continuous improvement and high standards are achieved.

This position is rostered (24/7) with 12 hour shifts both day and night, therefore flexibility is essential to be successful in this role.

For more detailed information on this position, it’s responsibilities and business unit, view the role description and information pack

About You

You are competent, confident, accredited and a qualified Signals Electrician assessed to a 4.3 level or above.

Not only do you possess strong leadership skills with demonstrated frontline supervisory experience, refined diagnostical, analytical and problem‑solving ability but you’re a great communicator, enjoy collaborating with others, take pride in your and your team’s work and always take a safety-first approach.

A Medium Rigid or Higher Class of Truck Licence is preferred but not an essential requirement.

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.

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.

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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