Snr Environment & Sustainability Officer (R & M Rail Corridor)

About this role

You put people at the heart and take pride in the impact of your work. You're looking to contribute to the transformation of the transport sector towards a greener and more sustainable future. You want to actively participate in shaping policies and initiatives that reduce carbon emissions, promote renewable energy adoption, and enhance the overall environmental performance of the transport network. In this role, you'll: Working as part of a team providing expert advice and assistance to a range of stakeholders involved in maintenance of the rail corridor for Sydney Trains. Covering environmental management, environmental planning and assessment, compliance and assurance activities to meet the Sydney Trains environmental management system requirements. Together with supporting the business to meet the environmental expectations of the community in NSW. This role will see you understand and balance environmental and sustainability obligations with the needs and expectations of various stakeholders and communities. For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and Information pack. About you Your generalist skills and knowledge gained as an Environment and Sustainability professional formed while working in roles utilising your broad range of skills will see you equipped to assist with the variety of ecological issues you will be dealing with along the rail corridor. A background in linear infrastructure projects, in state or federal government would equip you to understand the processes leading to successful outcomes. You're recognised as an excellent communicator with strong stakeholder engagement skills, flexible with the ability to respond quickly to situations, and skilled at balancing and prioritising high volumes of work while adhering to the policies and procedures around the rail network and understanding of sensitivities of working in a role which has many interested stakeholders. Who we are Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day. 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 11:59 PM Wednesday 5th August 2026 For more information about this role, please contact SHARON.SORENSEN@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU. 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 #LI-Hybrid