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
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Safety Risk and Assurance Advisor to join our Safety, Quality, Risk and Environment (SQRE) team. Reporting to the Safety Assurance and Audit Lead, this role is critical in supporting the delivery of MTS’s Risk and Assurance program, ensuring compliance with our safety management framework and driving continuous improvement across the business.
You’ll play a key role in maintaining best practice systems, policies and processes that support safe, reliable operations.
Key Responsibilities
Support the development and delivery of the MTS Risk and Safety Assurance program
Coordinate technical systems safety assurance activities to meet compliance requirements
Ensure alignment with legislative obligations and MTS Safety Management Systems
Contribute to performance analysis and reporting across risk and assurance activities
Support development of safety, quality, and risk policies and processes
Build strong relationships with internal teams, regulators and stakeholders
Desired Skills and Experience
About You
You are a proactive safety and risk professional with experience in regulated operational environments, ideally within rail or infrastructure.
You will bring:
3–5 years’ experience in safety, risk, or assurance roles
Systems engineering experience desirable
Experience using bow-tie methodology or critical risk framework desirable
Experience supporting enterprise and operational risk reviews
Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders
The ability to deliver training and uplift capability across risk and assurance frameworks
A collaborative approach and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
What’s on Offer
Permanent opportunity with flexible working arrangements
Access to benefits including Fitness Passport, Maxxia car leasing and recognition programs
Opportunity to contribute to a world class, future focused transport system
At MTS, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re building the future of rail with an “anything is possible” mindset and we’re looking for people who want to be part of that journey.
Apply Now
If you’re ready to make an impact in a high-performing, future-focused team, we’d love to hear from you.
Metro Trains Sydney is an equal opportunity employer.
We are committed to an inclusive workforce and welcome applications of candidates from culturally diverse backgrounds, people with disabilities, and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent.
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