Assistant Engineer

Organisation/Entity: Sydney Trains

Job category: Engineering

Job location:
Auburn, NSW, AU, 2144

Job reference number: 102449

Employment type: Permanent Full-Time

Salary range: $ $

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 bring structure, mitigation and education to our organisation. Our records and datasets are vast and varied. This is your opportunity to safeguard critical infrastructure, order and protect sensitive data, and defend against emerging cyber threats. You'll be part of an expert team who protect against thousands of threats every day.

In this role, you'll:

You'll join a multiskilled, multidisciplinary team dedicated to designing and delivering the infrastructure that keeps Sydney's rail network safe and reliable.

You'll have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience across diverse technical areas - including data centre environments, networking, cyber security, signalling systems, and virtualised platforms. You'll contribute directly to projects that integrate emerging technologies with legacy systems, shaping the future of how critical transport infrastructure operates.

You'll assist with the design, testing, and deployment of control systems infrastructure, helping to deliver solutions that meet strict safety, reliability, and compliance standards. This is an opportunity for you to learn from experienced engineers, share your own perspective, and apply your ideas to real-world challenges. You can make a tangible impact as you help modernise and future-proof essential public services.

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

About you

You're someone who's motivated to learn and grow in a complex, safety-critical environment. You may have a foundational background in IT, telecommunications, electronics, cyber security or systems engineering and/or relevant industry experience but what sets you apart is your curiosity, adaptability, and collaborative mindset.

You bring:

• A solid understanding of engineering principles and a genuine interest in IT/OT infrastructure, cyber security, and emerging technologies.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving, where you look for opportunities to contribute ideas that improve processes and outcomes.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, allowing you to collaborate effectively and manage priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

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 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 Tuesday 04 November 2025.

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