Executive Director, Maintenance Delivery

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Executive Director, Maintenance Delivery at Transport for NSW will lead the transformation of Sydney Trains’ rolling stock maintenance, driving fleet performance, safety compliance and service excellence across a network. You’ll provide leadership for Level 1 maintenance, architect a delivery framework to optimise service and reliability, oversee in‑house and outsourced teams, and manage contractors while building strong stakeholder relationships. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in regulated asset maintenance, rail knowledge, success partnering with third‑party maintainers, and strong commercial acumen with large budgets. To apply, tailor examples to fleet reliability, condition‑based maintenance and technology adoption, highlight safety leadership. Applications close 11:59 PM 1 March 2026; contact [email protected].

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Lead the strategic transformation of Sydney Trains' rollingstock maintenance delivery—driving fleet performance, safety compliance, and service excellence across one of Australia's most critical public transport networks.

 

 

In this role, you'll

 

Provide strategic leadership for compliant Level 1 rollingstock maintenance services across Sydney Trains' entire fleet.

 

Architect a maintenance framework that optimises service delivery, drives performance outcomes, and ensures maximum fleet reliability and availability to meet network and customer demand.

 

Oversee efficient delivery of in-house and outsourced services, managing a large, diverse workforce and third-party partners.

 

Build robust stakeholder relationships, ensure contractors meet technical, regulatory, and commercial requirements, and drive continuous improvement across the end-to-end delivery model.

 

Lead development of condition-based technical maintenance plans while providing expert strategic advice on emerging technologies and practices.

 

Represent Sydney Trains on key committees, manage integrated rostering, monitor service effectiveness, and execute safety responsibilities—all while aligning delivery with enterprise objectives and building organisational capability.

 

For more information on this position and business unit, please view the role description and information pack. 

 

 

About you

 

• Proven track record leading service delivery in complex, regulated specialist asset maintenance environments with accountability for strategic and operational outcomes
• Deep knowledge of rail infrastructure, rollingstock operations, and maintenance systems with strategic insight into current and emerging industry challenges
• Demonstrated success partnering with third-party maintainers to deliver competitive, compliant asset maintenance at scale
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and relationship management capabilities across government, commercial, and operational interfaces
• Strong commercial acumen with experience managing substantial budgets, resources, and multi-party contracts
• Ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing, professionally diverse teams in a safety-critical environment

 

 

Who we are

 

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.

 

Flexible work options may be available. Learn more via Flexible work options and policy  

 

Apply today 

 

Applications close at 11:59 PM on Sunday 1st March 2026.

 

For more information about this role, please contact [email protected].

 

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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