Construction Surveillance Officer Lvl 2

About this role

Organisation/Entity: Transport For NSW

Job category: Projects

Job location

Macquarie Park, NSW, AU, 2113

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Employment type: Fixed Term Full-Time

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If you’re after impact, there’s no other organisation in Australia that delivers work on this scale.

You've been developing your skills and are ready to work on projects that matter to the people of NSW. You know that quality matters and that delivering results requires a great team.

In this role, you'll

Support the delivery of major infrastructure projects by undertaking specialist onsite surveillance of mechanical and electrical works, ensuring installations are delivered safely, compliantly, and in accordance with approved designs, specifications, and project requirements.

Working closely with project teams and contractors, you will monitor construction quality, track project progress, identify risks and opportunities for improvement, and prepare high quality reports and insights for project and senior management.

The role plays a key part in ensuring quality outcomes across complex infrastructure projects, including major transport initiatives.

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

We have 2 fixed term positions as below working with the Western Harbour Tunnel Team based in North Sydney, NSW:

1x Ending 30/06/2028

1x Ending 31/12/2027

This is a USS8 position $122,570 - $131,527

About you

Your are experienced in construction surveillance, quality assurance, inspections, or compliance within infrastructure, mechanical, or electrical environments.

Knowledge of electrical systems, switchboards, and associated construction or maintenance activities.

Strong analytical and reporting skills, including experience tracking project performance, identifying risks, and providing insights to support decision-making.

• Experience preparing clear, accurate reports and communicating findings to project teams and senior stakeholders.
• The ability to assess installations against project designs, specifications, standards, and quality requirements.
• Experience using reporting and analytical tools such as Power BI or similar platforms.
• A proactive approach to identifying issues, managing risks, and driving continuous improvement.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work effectively with contractors, project teams, and delivery partners.

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.

This is an in-person, on-site role.

Apply today

Applications close 11:59 PM Friday 4 September 2026

For more information about this role, please contact JACOB.STOCKMAN2@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

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