Production Delivery Manager TFLE (Temporary opportunity up to 20 months)
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Organisation/Entity: Sydney Trains Job category: Projects Job location: NSW, AU, 2285 Job reference number: 112209 Employment type: Fixed Term Full-Time Salary range: $169675.0-$187110.0
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 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, you'll:
Be working as part of a team delivering complex train upgrade and production programs, ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently and in line with quality, schedule and budget requirements.
You’ll lead and coordinate on-site production activities across trades, production engineering, testing and line-side supply chain functions, while supporting the successful delivery of project milestones from production through to test and commissioning.
You’ll drive safe and efficient production outcomes in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, managing competing priorities, reporting on delivery performance and fostering continuous improvement across quality, safety, cost and operational excellence.
This is an on-site position based in Newcastle, NSW. Due to the operational requirements of the role, hybrid working arrangements cannot be accommodated.
For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack.
About you
Your experience leading production, maintenance or project delivery activities within transport, rail, manufacturing, engineering or other complex operational environments will see you excel in delivering safe, quality and on-time outcomes while navigating competing priorities and stakeholder expectations.
You’re recognised as a collaborative leader, skilled at coordinating multidisciplinary teams, building strong stakeholder relationships and driving performance in demanding delivery environments.
You’ve got proven experience in project management, contract management and operational delivery, together with a strong understanding of safety, quality and maintenance processes. Tertiary qualifications in Project Management, or equivalent experience, will support your success in the role.
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.
This is an in-person, on-site role.
Apply today
Applications close 11:59 PM Wednesday 4 November 2026
For more information about this role, please contact SHARON.CHARLES@TRANSPORT.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 information or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us.
Learn more about how to apply via Our recruitment process | Transport for NSW
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