Manager Technical Training and Capability

You're agile, keen and open to meaningful work and opportunities that come your way.

Work in an organisation based on purpose, structure and process. You know that to make a meaningful contribution to our community and economy, there needs to be diligence in our operations.

In this role, you'll:
Work within the People Planning and Capability Branch of NSW TrainLink, leading a team as the expert in training competency for rail safety workers to deliver all training related to the introduction of the New Regional Fleet.

This role will see you managing all Learning Pathway Programs related to the introduction of the New Regional Fleet and act as the Technical Training and Capability Subject Matter Expert to ensure that competency and regulatory requirements are met to develop a competent and capable workforce.

You will be making sure the New regional Fleet training matches the regulatory requirements, updating and creating materials, setting the guidelines, consulting with the rail unions and leading your team in the writing and facilitation of the training.

This is a fixed-term full time role to October 2027. There is flexibility for this role to located in Sydney or a regional location in NSW with hybrid working options available for regional based candidates. The salary is RC7 ($167,229 - $183,993) + super + annual leave loading. 

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

About you

Your demonstrated experience in training, leading others and projects, will accompany your experience in training competencies for rail safety workers.

You're recognised as having a strong understanding of regulatory requirements for rail safety workers, a knowledge of regional rail and ideally also have a qualification in Training and Assessment and/or experience in VET Adult education.

Together with your willingness to travel regionally when required, your can-do attitude and solutions focus will see you make a difference and bring continuous improvement as you drive the change for better training for all staff.

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

At NSW TrainLink, we help connect passengers all over NSW and beyond. Our regional network of trains and coaches provide valuable links between regional and metropolitan centres across NSW and between neighbouring states and territories.

Our services support thriving regional communities and economies by helping people access the things that are important to them, and by bringing visitors to our stunning regions.

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 20th November 2025.

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