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Lead Project Engineer Logistics (Temporary opportunity for up to 24 months)

NSW Government


Job Location:

Sydney - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 30 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 27 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Youre open to a change of direction and a new challenge.

You have the opportunity to gain a wealth of expertise and a diverse range of skills providing insight and knowledge without losing sight of your work-life balance or wellbeing.

In this role youll:


Work as part of a team delivering large-scale rail fleet programs and engineering outcomes that support the future of transport across NSW. This role will see you leading and coordinating engineering activities across multiple complex projects ensuring technical requirements are integrated and project outcomes are achieved safely efficiently and in line with scope quality time and cost expectations.

Youll contribute to design development testing and commissioning activities risk management procurement processes and stakeholder engagement while broadening your exposure to major infrastructure and rollingstock projects.


You will lead technical solutions build strong stakeholder partnerships and drive project outcomes in a complex environment characterised by competing priorities challenging technical requirements and diverse stakeholder expectations. Working closely with project teams contractors subject matter experts and government agencies youll play a key role in delivering engineering excellence and supporting the successful delivery of critical rail infrastructure and fleet initiatives.


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


About you


Your leadership capability engineering expertise and collaborative approach formed across rail rollingstock transport infrastructure logistics construction or major project environments will see you excel in leading complex engineering activities managing technical risks and coordinating multidisciplinary stakeholders to achieve project objectives.

You bring the ability to integrate technical requirements navigate complex project challenges and deliver quality outcomes while maintaining a strong focus on safety compliance and continuous improvement.


Youre recognised as a trusted engineering professional skilled at communicating complex technical information building productive stakeholder relationships and driving outcomes in high-pressure environments. Experienced in the delivery of large-scale infrastructure projects engineering coordination and risk management you have a proven ability to influence problem solve and provide technical leadership that contributes to successful project delivery and long-term transport outcomes for NSW.


Who we are


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


Join us

Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If youd like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives visit Transport careers.

Flexible work optionsmay be available. Learn more viaFlexible work options and policy

Apply today

Applications close 11:59 PM Wednesday 12th August 2026

For more information about this role please contact

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

Learn more about how to apply viaOur recruitment process Transport for NSW

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Required Experience:

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