Learning Design Specialist (Up to 5 Months Temporary Opportunity)

 

You’re agile, keen and open to meaningful work and opportunities that come your way.

 

You're future focused and know how important it is to create and deliver designs that shape user experiences. You'll help us leverage emerging technologies to transform the way whole communities interact.

 

 

In this role, you'll:

 

Working as part of a team delivering the Digital Systems Program, you will design and deliver high-quality blended learning solutions to support the rollout of ETCS Level 2 across the NSW rail network. You will work in an Agile environment to translate complex, safety-critical technical and operational content into clear, engaging learning for train crew, engineers, maintainers, and rail operations staff, collaborating closely with subject matter experts and stakeholders to ensure learning meets regulatory requirements and supports effective system and process adoption.

 

For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack.

 

 

About you

 

To be successful in this role, you will be an experienced instructional designer and content developer with at least three years’ experience in transport, safety, infrastructure, or other regulated environments.

You will have a strong ability to translate complex technical information into high-impact, learner-focused training that meets the needs of diverse audiences while adhering to strict safety and compliance requirements.

You will be recognised as a trusted collaborator and creative problem-solver, with a high attention to detail and proven capability in designing modern, blended learning solutions.

You will be able to demonstrate the practical application of adult learning principles, effective stakeholder engagement, and the delivery of training within large-scale change programs.

You will bring advanced skills in MS Word and PowerPoint, Articulate 360 (Storyline and Rise), and video editing tools such as Vyond, and ideally have experience working within VET-accredited frameworks and hold a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or higher.

 

 

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 Thursday 22 January 2026.

 

For more information about this role, please contact VRITEKA.NAGPAL2@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU.

 

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. 

 

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