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Asset Engineering Technician - Overhead Wiring & Electrical

20/03/2026
07/04/2026
Permanent - Full Time
Tallawong
Trades & Services

About Metro Trains Sydney (MTS) 

MTS are the proud operators and maintainers of the M1 Northwest and Bankstown Line with the new City section now operational. We run a fully automated passenger railway, an Australian first.  We connect our customers to opportunities that matter to them while delivering the next generation of rail travel to Sydney. With global expertise, we manage 51.5km of track and 21 stations, with a planned expansion into southwest Sydney.

Job Description

In this role, you’ll play a key part in maintaining and improving critical rail electrical systems, ensuring safe, reliable and high performing operations across the network. Working closely with the Delivery Lead, you will support the ongoing performance and reliability of the Overhead Wiring & Electrical network. You’ll be involved in both maintaining existing assets and supporting the introduction of new infrastructure.

This is a hands-on, field-based role with a mix of office work, requiring flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and public holidays.

 Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver planned and corrective maintenance activities
  • Perform fault finding, diagnostics and troubleshooting on electrical assets
  • Support preventative and emergency maintenance across the network
  • Act as an on site supervisor and key contact for contractors
  • Ensure all work is completed safely and with minimal operational disruption
  • Maintain tools, equipment and asset condition data
  • Accurately capture maintenance activities in asset management systems
  • Support defect remediation and new asset integration
  • Analyse asset condition data and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Desired Skills and Experience

You’re a proactive and technically capable professional who thrives in a dynamic environment. You bring strong experience in rail electrical systems and enjoy solving complex problems while working independently and also as part of a team.

Essential experience and Qualifications:

  • Minimum 5 years’ post-trade experience in rail overhead wiring
  • Experience with conductor rail systems
  • Certificate III (or higher) in:
    • Electrical – Traction Power Systems, or
    • Electrical – Distribution Power Systems, or equivalent
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
  • MEL53 certification (TfNSW)
  • Track Machine Operator qualification
  • Working at Heights certification
  • Heavy Vehicle Licence (MR/HR/HC)
  • Elevated Work Platform (EWP) certification

What We Offer

  • Permanent, secure employment in a growing industry
  • Competitive salary with shift allowances
  • Opportunities for career progression in rail and asset engineering
  • A supportive, inclusive, and forward-thinking team environment
  • The chance to work on cutting-edge rail infrastructure projects

Why Join Us?

We’re redefining the future of train travel and our people are at the heart of it. If you bring a can do attitude, a safety-first mindset and a passion for excellence, you’ll thrive in our team.

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We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities and culturally diverse candidates.

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