Graduate Transport Planner (Bus Scheduling & Operations)Support the planning, scheduling, and optimisation of bus services to deliver safe, reliable, and efficient public transport operations.Use data-driven insights to inform service design, improve performance, and support operational decision-making.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist in the development and maintenance of bus timetables, rosters, and vehicle schedulesAnalyse operational data (patronage, running times, delays, on-time performance) to identify trends and improvement opportunitiesSupport service planning activities including route design, frequency planning, and network optimisationUse scheduling software and modelling tools to test and evaluate service scenariosMonitor real-world service performance and recommend timetable adjustmentsContribute to planning for special events, disruptions, and seasonal demand changesEnsure compliance with safety, fatigue management, and industrial requirementsPrepare reports, dashboards, and visualisations for internal stakeholdersLiaise with depot teams, drivers, operations staff, and external stakeholdersMaintain accurate records of schedules, assumptions, and planning decisionsData & Analytics FocusCollect, clean, and interpret large operational datasetsAnalyse GPS data, passenger counts, and service performance metricsIdentify inefficiencies (e.g. congestion points, excess layover, missed connections)Support evidence-based decision-making through data insightsGraduate DevelopmentStructured training in public transport planning and scheduling systemsExposure to network operations, depot logistics,



and regulatory frameworksDevelopment of stakeholder engagement and project coordination skillsHands-on experience contributing to real-world transport outcomesSkills & CapabilitiesStrong analytical and problem-solving abilityHigh numerical literacy and attention to detailAbility to translate complex data into practical, actionable insightsAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g. pivot tables, formulas, data analysis)Exposure to data tools (e.g. Power BI or similar) desirableStrong organisational and time-management skillsAbility to work independently and collaborativelyClear written and verbal communication skillsQualificationsDegree in Transport Planning, Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, Operations Research, Geography, Economics, or related fieldDemonstrated interest in public transport, logistics, or urban mobility is highly regardedPersonal AttributesCurious, proactive, and solutions-focused mindsetComfortable working with complex systems and ambiguityWillingness to learn industry-specific tools, systems, and regulationsAbout UsIn partnership with the Government, Transit Systems NSW innovates, designs and delivers public transport solutions that attract customers because they are easy to use, reliable, convenient and safe.
To ensure ease of use,



we deliver integrated bus services and transport networks, intelligently easing road congestion and increasing a city's sustainability and liveability.Transit Systems NSW is part of Kelsian Group (Kelsian), Australia's largest integrated multi-modal transport provider and tourism operator, with established bus operations in Australia, Singapore, USA, UK and the Channel Islands.
Kelsian provides essential journeys for our customers by delivering secure and intelligent transport solutions designed to improve the sustainability and liveability of the communities we serve.Kelsian has over 30 years' experience delivering tourism and passenger transport services.
The Group is a leader in sustainable public transport as the operator of Australia's largest zero emission bus fleet and Australia's largest electrified bus depot.As at 31 Dec ****, Kelsian directly employs over 12,600 people and operates over 5,800 buses, 115 vessels and 24 light rail vehicles that delivered more than 378 million customer journeys over the last year.We aim to provide meaningful and sustainable employment opportunities that are free from barriers, support and celebrate the diverse talents of our team members, improve awareness of the value of diversity and inclusion across our organisation, and enable our leaders to champion diversity and inclusion.
We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTQIA+, people with disability and people from diverse cultural backgrounds
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📌 Graduate Transport Planner (Bus Scheduling & Operations) (New South Wales)
🏢 Transit Systems
📍 New South Wales