Asset Manager

You’re agile, keen and open to meaningful work and opportunities that come your way. You want broad scope and collaboration, mixed with autonomy and impact. In this role, you'll: Understand that ferries aren’t just vessels they’re lifelines for communities, and keeping them safe, reliable, and ready to sail is what drives you. At Transport for NSW, you shape the future of transport across waterways, taking ownership of ferry fleets and shipyard infrastructure to ensure services operate smoothly and meet the highest standards. Every decision you make reflects precision and purpose, balancing the bigger picture with attention to detail so that communities stay connected, and ferries remain dependable. Your day-to-day will involve: Developing and delivering asset strategies for ferries and supporting infrastructure, balancing safety, reliability, and cost efficiency. Managing technical assurance frameworks and ensuring compliance with maritime regulations and engineering standards. Tackling technical and operational challenges head on keeping vessels in service and projects on schedule. Working closely with operators, engineers, and suppliers to align priorities and deliver robust asset plans. Monitoring supplier performance and driving continuous improvement across maintenance and lifecycle planning. Spending time on-site inspecting vessels, engaging with shipyards, and understanding real-world conditions. This is a hands-on role where your decisions will directly influence the safety and performance of NSW’s ferry network. For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack. About you You’re an asset management professional who combines technical expertise with strategic thinking. You’re confident engaging with maritime engineers, operators, and suppliers, and you know how to keep complex systems running smoothly. You bring: Engineering qualifications Experience in asset management, ideally within maritime or ferry environments. Strong knowledge of technical assurance, compliance, and maritime standards. Skills in stakeholder engagement, planning, problem-solving, and contract management. A proactive mindset with the ability to work autonomously and suggest innovative solutions. Comfort working in outsourced delivery environments. Mode-specific experience is highly valued: Understanding of ferry fleet operations, shipyard infrastructure, and maritime compliance requirements. 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. We offer a wide range of employee benefits, like our award-winning flexible and hybrid work options. This role is hybrid-friendly, meaning you can mix in‑person days at your team’s home base location with remote days. What are you waiting for…? Connect with us. Apply now Applications close: 11:59 pm Monday 1st December 2025. For more information about this role, please contact 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 info or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us. Need some help with your application? Take a look at our application tips video series. #J-18808-Ljbffr