You want to play a part in making NSW a better place to work, live and travel.
You're all about the detail and this role will allow you to drive evidence-based decision making to optimise systems and efficiency, not just for the business but for our customers too. It's data and research with impact you can see.
In this role, you'll:
You will maintain and assure the quality of strategic, operational, and freight transport foundation models used across the Transport cluster, including the under-development Sydney Activity-Based Model (SAM).
You will maintain and update a central glossary of key models, including baseline assumptions, data sources, model components, platforms, usage frequency, and governance details. This includes establishing these for the SAM.
Support scenario and sensitivity testing and reviewing model governance and control processes.
Assess the suitability of models developed by external vendors or consultants, including the SAM.
Build benchmark or challenge models when required, using best-practice methods.
Prepare and present detailed model validation reports, offering recommendations to model owners and developers.
This is a fixed-term full-time role till 31/05/2027 based at Macquarie Park office.
For more information on this position and business unit view the role description and information pack
About you
- Tertiary qualifications in science, geography (spatial), transport modelling, or equivalent professional experience.
- Strong experience in developing strategic transport models and using relevant software such as EMME, along with programming skills in Python. Experience with activity-based modelling highly desirable.
- Experience in developing and validating strategic transport or traffic models.
- Skilled in data processing, analysis, and report writing.
- Strong problem-solving ability and confident in communicating technical concepts across teams.
- Prior experience applying ActivitySim for use in Activity-Based Modelling highly desirable.
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
Applications close 11:59 PM Sunday 21 June 2026
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
