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

You're a forward thinker who sees potential where others don't. You'll have the chance to contribute to the delivery of a range of key work packages impacting millions.

In this role, you'll:

- Join our Sydney Metro Western Sydney Airport Project Delivery Commercial team, supporting the Linewide stream.

- Work with the Commercial Director and Associate Director Commercial to lead the commercial management of the Linewide stream within the SSTOM package, which is being delivered as a Public Private Partnership with Parklife Metro as the private sector counterparty. This includes implementation of the commercial framework, contract administration and management of commercial issues across Linewide scope.

- Provide commercial advice to the Delivery Team and Operations Team on Linewide matters including systems, track, signalling, communications, power, testing and commissioning, integration with stations and operational readiness. Key responsibilities include managing Linewide contract obligations, coordinating interface issues, supporting modification assessments, resolving commercial impacts and contributing to claims, deed amendments and operational agreement development.

- Prepare reports, briefing notes and commercial advice for Linewide matters, manage variations, claims, maintain registers, and collaborate with contractors, delivery partners and internal stakeholders on time-sensitive issues as they arise.

- Manage and lead a small team and be the conduit between junior team members and commercial leaders within the business.

- Enjoy the many opportunities for personal and professional growth whilst working in a team who value lateral thinking, independent challenge, and a commitment to making a difference.

This is a temporary Transport Senior Service Manager (TSSM) opportunity with an end date of 30/6/2028. Please see the role description and information pack for more information.

About you

You’ll have experience in commercial, legal,



or project management roles during the delivery phase of large construction projects. Success in this position relies on your skill in collaborating, influencing, and engaging with both internal and external stakeholders.

You are recognised for your attention to detail, ability to work independently, and outstanding written communication skills. Your critical thinking enables you to create and present commercial recommendations to internal stakeholders, supporting optimal project solutions and value-for-money outcomes.

You have a strong grasp of commercial best practices related to major infrastructure projects and can effectively collaborate with peers and project delivery teams. Ideally, you also have experience working on Public Private Partnership (PPP) projects.

As a confident, inspiring, and pragmatic leader, you are passionate about developing your team’s commercial skills within a project delivery setting.

Who we are

Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and effective transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day.

Sydney Metro delivers Australia’s biggest public transport project and first driverless railway. We engage with our customers and community, and contribute to vibrant and attractive places through station design, interchanges and precincts.

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 Sunday 6 September 2026

For more information about this role, please contact [email protected].

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

📌 Senior Commercial Manager (Linewide - Sydney Metro Western Sydney Airport) (Temp Op up to 21 months)
🏢 Transport For Nsw
📍 Sydney