Senior Data Scientist
Senior Data Scientist
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Job Description
You can be part of the team that enables significant service improvements for our people.
Youre all about the detail and this role will allow you to drive evidence-based decision making to optimise systems and efficiency not just for the business but for our customers too. Its data and research with impact you can see.
In this role youll:
Design implement and validate advanced machine learning models and statistical methods to analyse train condition monitoring data
Promote data quality governance and ethical AI/ML practices in maintenance and operations
Translate engineering and business challenges into data-driven solutions by working closely with engineers maintenance teams operations staff and asset managers
Build dashboards and visualizations to monitor train component health and communicate insights to technical and non-technical stakeholders
Develop and maintain robust data pipelines for ingesting cleaning and storing data from various train condition monitoring sources
Support integration of new monitoring technologies and data sources; contribute to fleet digitisation reliability improvement and cost reduction initiatives
Provide expert advice on passenger rolling stock and train condition monitoring systems; review and report on data from Sydney Trains and ARTC systems
Stay updated on global developments in data science and train monitoring technologies; evaluate new capabilities for applicability to Sydney Trains
Assist in developing and delivering training to Sydney Trains staff and external stakeholders
Conduct data reviews for project acceptance meet critical deadlines and foster a safety culture in design and delivery
Review and provide advice on data science aspects of existing and new systems/projects in a timely manner
Assist Train Condition Monitoring Engineers in monitoring alarms and alerts ensuring technical and safety assurance.
For more information please view a copy of the role description and information pack.
About you
Tertiary qualification in Data Science Applied Mathematics Actuarial Science or a related quantitative field
Proven experience in data mining analysis visualization and machine learning
Strong skills in tools like SQL Excel Tableau Power BI or DOMO
Deep knowledge of time-series analysis anomaly detection and predictive modelling
Experience designing developing and deploying AI models using industry-standard frameworks
Familiarity with rolling stock systems (e.g. braking systems bogies wheels) and wayside train condition monitoring systems
Experience providing technical direction and specialist advice to engineering teams and stakeholders.
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. Were 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 youd 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 teams home base location with remote days.
What are you waiting for Connect with us. Apply now!
Applications close: 11:59 pm Thursday 2nd October 2025.
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 orSupporting 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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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full Time
