Assistant Surveyor

You’re keen to learn plenty of new skills on the job.

You’re ready to begin your career in an organisation passionate about helping you learn, grow and succeed.

In this role, you'll:

Join our Survey team in our Engineering and Maintenance division and work on field-based projects across the Sydney Trains network. You'll be on-site setting up and using specialised surveying equipment.

You'll assist in capturing accurate survey data, preparing sketches, drawings and reports. You'll have exposure to various survey calculation software and CAD packages. You'll follow project plans and quality procedures to deliver safe, reliable, and high-quality survey outcomes.

You'll learn on-the-job from experienced surveyors and gain hands-on experience with railway specific surveying projects.

We have two permanent full-time positions available, you'll work on-site at either Auburn or Hornsby and will be required to travel to various sites across a geographical area:

1. Auburn-based role, covering the Sydney metro area, supporting the Central team.

2. Hornsby-based role, covering the North region from North Strathfield to Newcastle and Waverton to Hornsby.

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

About you

You hold tertiary qualifications (TAFE or University) such as a Certificate, Diploma or Degree in Surveying or equivalent.

You're keen to develop your skills in field surveying, Survey data reductions and technical knowledge, while contributing to rail projects.

You're a team player who values safety, quality, and practical problem-solving. You’re also adaptable, enthusiastic and ready to work in the field and travel across sites in the Sydney Trains network.

This is an opportunity to gain exposure to specialised railway surveying equipment and projects. You'll work with experienced surveyors and learn how surveying supports the full asset lifecycle. You'll be part of a supportive, collaborative team and you'll have access to ongoing training and development opportunities.

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 12th October 2025.

For more information about this role, please contact RENEE.CAMPBELL@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU.

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 info or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us. 

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