Maintenance Lead - Communications and Control Systems
19/05/2026
02/06/2026
Permanent - Full Time
Tallawong
Engineering
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
Metro Trains Sydney is looking for an experienced Maintenance Lead - Communications & Control to oversee the safe, efficient and high-quality delivery of maintenance services across a complex operational environment.
This role is responsible for leading internal teams and managing external service providers to ensure maintenance activities are delivered in line with contract requirements, operational priorities, and Metro Trains Sydney standards.
It is a fantastic opportunity for a technically capable leader who thrives in a safety-critical environment and is passionate about continuous improvement, contractor performance and team development.
About the Opportunity
In this role, you will:
Monitor the performance of maintenance service providers against contractual and operational requirements
Identify and implement opportunities to improve service delivery, compliance, efficiency, quality and safety
Lead maintenance delivery through internal resources and contractors to ensure works are completed safely and efficiently
Support the planning, project management, methodology and on-site implementation of works
Monitor quality outcomes and ensure corrective actions are taken where required
Contribute to safety and technical investigations, risk assessments and improvement initiatives
Support annual work planning, budgeting and detailed delivery planning
Ensure compliance with the Technical Maintenance Plan, safety systems, environmental requirements and Metro Trains Sydney standards
Promote a strong safety-first culture across all maintenance activities
Desired Skills and Experience
About You
To be successful, you will bring:
A minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in contractor and stakeholder management in a public-facing, safety-critical environment
Demonstrated experience managing multiple disciplines and contractors
Proven experience managing high value contracts
Strong knowledge of maintenance service delivery, work planning and operational safety
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively across all levels of the business
Strong risk assessment, problem-solving and decision-making capability
The ability to work independently while keeping leaders informed of operational issues
Qualifications in Electronics, Electrical, Telecommunications or IT
Why join us?
At Metro Trains Sydney, you’ll be part of a team delivering safe, reliable and world-class rail services to the people of Sydney. We offer a collaborative and fast-paced environment where safety, innovation and continuous improvement are central to how we work.
This is an opportunity to take on a meaningful leadership role where you can influence operational performance, contractor delivery and team capability in a modern rail environment.
Apply now
If you’re an experienced maintenance leader ready to make an impact in a safety-critical operational environment, we encourage you to apply.
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