*Testing & Commissioning Technician - Temporary Opportunity up to 24 Months

You see the big picture, you’ve always worked on a grand scale, and now you’re ready to re-focus on grand impact.

You've been developing your skills and are ready to work on projects that matter to the people of NSW. You know that quality matters and that delivering results requires a great team.

Want to be part of delivering a smarter, more sustainable rail network?

Sydney Trains’ Tangara fleet makes up a quarter of our suburban rail fleet. To ensure its longevity, the Tangara Fleet Life Extension project will upgrade operating systems, modernise onboard passenger information systems and enhance accessibility features for mobility-impaired passengers.

The project will also help build our future workforce capabilities, strengthen local economies and support the long-term growth of NSW’s transportation industry.

In this role, you'll:

• Perform systems testing in accordance with documented test instructions as part of the project test plan.
• Test trains and resolve any engineering issues that may arise during the test programme.
• Be part of a new team of Technicians, supported by the Senior Engineer.
• Document test results and provide detailed reports to the engineering team.
• Perform minor repairs/component replacements to address test failures
• Maintain and calibrate testing equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability.

You will be part of an experienced team dedicated to repairing the Tangara fleet at either the Flemington Maintenance Centre or Auburn Maintenance Centre.

For more information on this position and the organisational unit, view the Role Description and view the Sydney Trains Fleet Maintenance candidate information pack.

About you

Your technical expertise and problem-solving skills, developed across electrical or mechanical sectors, will enable you to excel in diagnosing and resolving complex system issues, ensuring seamless integration and functionality of equipment.

You are recognised as a meticulous and detail-oriented professional, skilled in conducting thorough tests and commissioning procedures.

You hold an electrical or mechanical trade qualification or have previous experience in test and commissioning. You excel in fault finding, communication, and lateral thinking.

The Tangara Fleet Life Extension project will see you working on a truly high-tech project that will enhance the lives for the people of Sydney for years to come.

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 4 May 2025

For more information about this role, please contact COURTNEY.SERTDEMIR@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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