Corridor Protection Officer

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're a forward thinker who sees potential where others don't. You'll have the chance to shape and transform urban spaces, contribute to sustainable development and create vibrant, liveable communities for future generations to enjoy.

In this role, you'll:

You'll be at the heart of shaping the future of housing and infrastructure around Sydney Metro lines.

Your work will directly contribute to safe and sustainable development around Sydney Metro infrastructure. You'll support long-term transport planning, protect public assets, and build strong relationships with councils, developers, and government agencies.

Ultimately, you'll help shape the future of Sydney's housing and infrastructure—ensuring it grows in harmony with one of Australia's most important transport systems.

Your work will ensure that developments near the railway are safe, sustainable, and aligned with long-term transport planning. Overseeing small projects, you'll engage with engineers, developers, planners, and government stakeholders to coordinate assessment of development applications, issue approvals, and monitor compliance.

You'll help manage the delicate balance between rapid urban growth and infrastructure protection. Whether it's reviewing construction plans, advising on underground services, or coordinating with internal and external teams, your role will be key to maintaining the integrity of Sydney's metro network while enabling smart development.

This is a fixed term opportunity until 30/6/2026.

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

About you

You're a pragmatic planner with a background in urban planning, infrastructure, or public transport. You know how to interpret construction drawings, understand underground services, and navigate NSW's planning systems. You're comfortable working with technical experts and external stakeholders, and you can balance competing priorities to make sound decisions.

You're detail-oriented, collaborative, and committed to protecting public infrastructure. Whether you've worked in government, development, or transport, you bring a clear understanding of planning processes and a passion for shaping how Sydney grows around its metro network.

Who we are

Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day.

Sydney Metro delivers Australia's biggest public transport project and first driverless railway. We engage with our customers and community, and contribute to vibrant and attractive places through station design, interchanges and precincts.

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 role is hybrid-friendly, meaning you can mix in-person days at your team's home base location with remote days. 

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

Applications close: 11:59 pm Thursday 16th October 2025.

For more information about this role, please contact LEAH..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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