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SalaryAt 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.
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About the team
Rail Operations supports the delivery of safe, reliable, customer-focused rail services across Australia's largest and most complex suburban network.
We aim to improve the reliability and resilience of the network with an integrated approach to operational planning; and by delivering controlled, reliable, consistent and seamless day of operations services.
The opportunity
Right now, we have opportunities for Trainee Train Signaller's to join our Rail Operations Team. The role is fixed term, full-time for 12 months.
Signallers are responsible for the control and supervision of train, locomotive and traffic movements. They make decisions about when to prioritise and allocate access for track maintenance to maintain the safe and efficient running of our network.
This is a fast-paced job 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.
As a Trainee Signaller, you'll learn about the technical and non-technical skills required to work in Operations Control. In your training you'll cover reading and understanding the Sydney Trains Safe working Rules and operating the signal box panel. Valuable non-technical skills include clear and effective communication, being able to work under pressure, problem solving, prioritising actions, remaining alert, maintaining safe operations, anticipating, and managing risks.
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.
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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 20 weeks.
Our on-the-job training will give you exposure to a variety of signal boxes including Penrith, St Marys, Clyde, Waterfall, Campbelltown, Gosford, Wyong, Broadmeadow, Blacktown, Wollongong, 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.
On completion of the training, you will be qualified Signaller, moving to a fixed location at the end of the traineeship. Sydney Trains will endeavour to take location preferences into account, however locations at time will be based on operational requirements.
About you
In order to perform this critical role within Sydney Trains you will need to demonstrate:
- Good spatial awareness and strong mathematical skills
- Excellent communication skills
- The ability to work under pressure and make quick, accurate decisions
- The capability to plan ahead, as well as adapt to changing situations
- Be willing to do shift work 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year rotating roster including weekends, nights and public holidays
- You are able to attend training for a period of up to 20 weeks across various locations in the Greater Sydney area
- Having a Drivers licence and your own transport is an advantage as not all work locations are close to public transport and shift start/finish times at times do not align with available public transport
- Meet compulsory medical and pre employment checks required
- Rostered 5 weeks Annual Leave
- Free unlimited travel on NSW Government Trains, Buses and Ferries
- Potential for those successful in the Traineeship to secure permanent ongoing roles at the end of the duration
For more information on the benefits of working with Sydney Trains, read our
Interested?
By joining Transport for NSW, you'll have access to a range of unique government benefits in a flexible work environment like no other. If you're ready to step into this meaningful and rewarding role, we want to hear from you!
How to apply
To apply for this position, please submit a resume and answer all questions within the online application process.
Applications close: 11:59pm, Sunday 2nd April
We're an inclusive and flexible workplace
Here at Transport, we want our workforce to reflect the communities we serve by being an inclusive, diverse and flexible place for all our people.
We offer a range of flexible work and leave options for our people. These options depend on your role and the work you do. Some of the ways our people work flexibly include a hybrid mix of virtual and in-person collaboration, staggering work hours, or even allocating extra hours worked towards a day off from time to time. We also offer more structured flexible agreements and tailored hybrid options for people who live regionally. We're proud to be recognised as a FlexReady Certified employer, a Family Inclusive Workplace and winners of the 'Best Remote Work Strategy' at the Australian HR Awards 2022.
Transport is committed to creating employment and career development opportunities for Aboriginal people. These include dedicated employee networks and yarn ups, as well as career development, leadership and mentoring programs for Aboriginal people working at Transport to connect, share and learn. Our Aboriginal Employment Unit (AEU), run by a team of Aboriginal employees, is available to support current and prospective employees. For more information, email the AEU team at or visit page.
We want to ensure that employees living with disability, as well as those providing care, are supported. Visit to learn more about our initiatives and requesting recruitment and workplace adjustments.
Please contact the Talent Specialist if you'd like to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us throughout the recruitment process or would like to discuss flexible work options. For any enquiries, please email Carly Clark at CARLY.CLARK@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU.
