SYSTRA is one of the world's leading engineering and consultancy groups specialising in public transport and sustainable mobility. With over 10,300 employees, SYSTRA's mission is to design safe and sustainable transport solutions to bring people together, develop social inclusion and facilitate access to employment, education and leisure throughout the world.

The Senior Consultant – Transmission SME is responsible for all aspects of transmission and backhaul network element maintenance to ensure the Sydney Trains DTRS network consistently meets contractual performance metrics. This technical leadership role supports high network availability by providing expert knowledge and support for all transmission network upgrades, changes, incidents, and faults. You will work closely with the client, project teams, and internal stakeholders, reporting directly to the Telecommunications Engineering Manager and functionally to the TLS Manager.

About the role

• Lead the technical design, maintenance, and delivery of transmission/backhaul network elements for the Sydney Trains DTRS network.
• Analyse, diagnose, and resolve transmission network faults using Huawei and/or Nokia configuration and performance management tools.
• Prepare and update high-quality design documents, management plans, and technical reports.
• Collaborate effectively with clients and multidisciplinary teams to achieve project goals and resolve complex issues.
• Mentor and support junior team members, promoting teamwork and a positive work culture.
• Manage project risks, ensure compliance with company quality and safety standards, and support continuous improvements in network reliability.
• Support business development by identifying opportunities and contributing to tenders and bids.

About you

• Minimum 8 years’ experience in Transmission Network Engineering.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Telecoms, Software, or related field).
• Proficient with Huawei and/or Nokia transmission products (or equivalent platforms).
• Skilled in logfile, call trace, and event analysis.
• Experience supporting or deploying cellular networks (GSM-R, LTE, 5G).
• Knowledge of GSM-R rail telecommunications, cyber security, and virtualised network solutions.

Benefits of working at SYSTRA:

At SYSTRA, we prioritise the well-being and professional growth of our employees by offering a comprehensive range of benefits. We're committed to nurturing your career development, providing ongoing support for obtaining Chartership status and providing access to continuous learning opportunities. Furthermore, we cover the costs of professional memberships and subscriptions, ensuring you stay connected to industry developments.

Recognising the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible working arrangements and generous paid parental leave. Our inclusive workplace culture, endorsed by Work180, celebrates diversity and values every individual's unique contribution. To further demonstrate our appreciation for our team members, we offer attractive employee referral incentives as a token of recognition for their valuable contributions.

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At SYSTRA ANZ, we value diversity of thought and experience. We encourage applications from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders and people from diverse backgrounds.

Our values are centered around Connected Teams, Excellence and Bold Leadership