About Us
RATP Dev Western Sydney Airport (RDWSA) is a subsidiary of the RATP Group, a global leader in high-capacity urban rail and the world's third largest public transport operator.
Our 25,000 people design, operate, maintain and modernise urban and interurban transportation networks. We serve more than 100 cities in 17 countries, delivering tailored mobility solutions that address each community's unique environmental, social, and economic challenges.
We build, deliver and commit for the best of public transport – every day, everywhere, for everybody – to make it the natural choice for cities and passengers.
As an Operator & Maintainer to the Australian Federal and NSW governments, Parklife Metro is leading a transformative metro project connecting St Marys to Bradfield, linking with the new Western Sydney Airport.
The Parklife Metro (PLM) consortium, made up of Plenary, RATP Dev, Siemens, and Webuild, is delivering the Stations, Systems, Trains and Operations & Maintenance (SSTOM) package of works for the Sydney Metro – Western Sydney Airport (SM-WSA) project.
RDWSA will proudly operate and maintain 6 new stations, 12 metro trains, core rail systems, and a state-of-the-art stabling and maintenance facility at Orchard Hills on the Western Sydney Airport metro line for 15 years after the line has become operational.
About The Role
Reporting to the Asset Production Manager, you will be the technical and asset authority for Track, Civil & Structures, ensuring all permanent way, civil, and structural assets are safe, compliant, reliable, and optimised for long-term performance. You will lead lifecycle management, inspection regimes, renewals, modifications, and contractor performance for all assets, including:
Ballasted and slab track systems, rail, sleepers, fastenings, turnouts, switches & crossings (S&C)Drainage, formation, earthworks and geotechnical systemsRetaining walls, embankments, bridges, culverts, structural spans, tunnels, stations, depots, pavements, fencing and noise walls
Key Responsibilities Include
Technical authority for track geometry, structural integrity, and civil asset performanceDevelopment and management of asset lifecycle strategies, condition monitoring, and renewal planningCompliance with RSNL, WHS legislation, ONRSR accreditation, and relevant Australian StandardsOversight of track condition monitoring, on-track plant, track machines, and associated maintenance equipmentContractor performance management for track and civil maintenance packagesIncident support, including derailments, washouts, and emergency responseAsset performance reporting, defect prioritisation, and risk management in accordance with SFAIRP/ALARP principlesCoordination across multi-party interfaces, including Sydney Metro, D&C contractors, OEMs, and Independent Certifiers
What We Offer
Lead the Track, Civil & Structures function for a landmark driverless metro projectJoin a global operator with 100+ years of public transport expertise and international exposurePermanent full-time role with competitive salary and benefitsDiscounted gym memberships, allied health support, and healthy meal optionsNovated leasing optionsEmployee recognition programs and working-from-home supportEAP services including confidential adviceAnnual salary reviews
About You
Profil de candidat recherché :
You Are a Senior Rail Infrastructure Professional With 7–10 Years' Experience In Rail Asset Management, Particularly In Track, Civil, And Structural Domains. You Bring
Bachelor of Engineering (Civil, Structural, Mechanical/Electrical with relevant rail experience)Rail Industry Worker (RIW) accreditation for relevant categoriesStrong understanding of RSNL, ONRSR, WHS, TfNSW MOS, and relevant Australian StandardsExperience in heavy/metro rail track maintenance, renewals, and civil/structural asset inspectionsProven ability to manage OEMs, contractors, and multi-party interfacesStrong technical decision-making with demonstrated SFAIRP/ALARP competencyExperience in electrified rail environmentsCompetence with Maximo and data-driven performance analysis
Desirable
Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng), RPEQ/RPEngAsset Management certification (IAM / CAAM)RAMS (EN 50126/50129) and RCM experience
At RATP Dev, we believe great public transport is delivered by diverse people with diverse perspectives. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds - including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, people living with disability, veterans, and the LGBTQIA+ community. We hire based on capability, potential, and values, and we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to thrive.