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Light Rail Drivers Sydney & Parramatta - job post

Transdev
3.1 out of 5 stars
Sydney NSW
Full-time
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Job details

Job type

  • Full-time

Shift and schedule

  • Weekend availability
  • Rotating roster
  • Shift work
  • Public holidays

Location

Sydney NSW

Benefits

Pulled from the full job description

  • Paid training
  • Annual leave
  • On-site parking

Full job description

Job No:Ad-5965
Work Type:Full Time
Location:Sydney
Categories:Light Rail

  • 6 weeks paid training & supported by mentor drivers.
  • must be available to work on a full rotating roster (including nights & weekends)
  • Based at either Randwick, Pyrmont, or Camellia Depots


As a Light Rail Driver, you will enjoy a stable and rewarding career where safety, customer service and community come together. You will receive specialist training, operate modern vehicles, and play an essential role in keeping Sydney & Parramatta moving every day



What do you need to become a light rail driver?



  • You must have a proven record of safe driving on the road and have a current NSW Drivers Licence (C Class) with a minimum of 5 years’ experience on your full licence (not including Learners/Provisional).
  • Being a full-time light rail driver means a commitment to shift work and being available to work on a rotating roster, minimum 38 hours per week. Your shifts will include early starts, late finishes, weekends, and public holidays.
  • We have an uncompromising attitude to the safety of our employees, clients, and customers. It is important that you are medically fit to perform the functions of a light rail driver and our pre-employment medical checks including drug & alcohol testing will confirm this. Our recruitment process also includes police, licence, and right-to-work checks.
  • Excellent verbal communication skills and experience at communicating with a broad range of stakeholders are also essential.

Transdev’s commitment to you


  • Because we are convinced everyone has something to offer people and society, you will be joining a welcoming organisation that embraces diversity and invests in its people so you can make your mark, push boundaries and reach your maximum potential. Many of our team leaders and managers started their careers at Transdev as light rail drivers and thrived on the opportunity.
  • As a light rail driver, you will receive paid training and continuous support from the team leaders and your colleagues. Your 6 weeks training will include theory and being out on the network paired with a mentor so you can gain first-hand driving experience. As a journey maker you will have access to five weeks of annual leave, competitive pay and other employee benefits such as free on-site parking and an Opal Card.
  • Our full list of benefits and why we are recognised as an Endorsed Employer for Women by WORK180 can be seen on our Work180 page


Why join Transdev?



Play a vital role in moving thousands of passengers safely and reliably every day



Support environmentally sustainable transport solutions



Collaborative partnership with industry and government




Next Steps


1. Click the ‘Apply now’ button to submit your application


2. Complete the application form and attach your resume AND a copy of your driving record with your application (Required)


Ø To obtain your online driver history login to your Service NSW account online and request an uncertified ($26) digital record of your driving history


Need adjustments during the recruitment process? Let us know at careers@transdev.com.au–we’are here to support you.



If you are passionate about providing a safe and reliable service for our passengers, you are already on the right track! Come and be part of a team that is empowering people to move forward.

Advertised:02/08/2026
Applications close:03/09/2026
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