Trainee Train Signaller

You crave a career that pushes you, where you'll meet challenges head on and you're guaranteed to grow.

Your expertise in communication, problem-solving and conflict resolution are highly transferable and in-demand. Help us foster satisfaction and service experiences that transform lives of our community.

In this role, you'll:

• Learn about the technical and non-technical skills required to work in Operations Control as a Train Signaller across a 12-month traineeship!
• Be responsible for the control and supervision of train, locomotive and traffic movements, maintaining the safety and efficiency of running our network.
• Be placed in a fast-paced role that will require you to problem-solve and make quick decisions when issues arise. When they do, its important Signallers can communicate clearly with their team and other contacts to effectively handle any situation.

Ever wondered what a day in the life of a Trainee Train Signaller looks like?

Follow Asheem as he takes you behind the scenes at the ROC (Rail Operations Centre) and Homebush Signal box: https://youtube.com/shorts/XzG4SVn2x-4

View the role description & information pack to learn more about this great opportunity and our Rail Operations Branch.

What does the Training Program involve?

Trainees complete a traineeship with Sydney Trains where you receive a combination of classroom and on-the-job training for up to 30 weeks.

Our on-the-job training will give you exposure to a variety of signal boxes including Penrith, St Marys, Clyde, Campbelltown, Gosford, Wyong, Broadmeadow, Blacktown, Lithgow and the Rail Operation Centre (Alexandria). Please note that the business will endeavour to take your home location into consideration when allocating training locations, however due to training being held at various locations you will need to be flexible and may experience increased travel times during the course of training.

About you

• You are a problem solver and have the ability to multi-task and work under pressure to make quick and accurate decisions.
• You have the capability to plan ahead, as well as adapt to changing situations.
• You are able to attend training for a period of up to 20 weeks across various locations in the Greater Sydney area.
• You are willing and able to commit to 24 hours a day 7 days a week rotating roster, schedules will include early mornings, late nights, evenings and weekends.

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.

We offer a wide range of employee benefits, like our award-winning flexible and hybrid work options.

This is an in-person, on-site role.

What are you waiting for…? Connect with us. Apply now!

Applications close: 11:59 pm Sunday 4th February 2024.

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