Western Sydney Airport (SSTOM)
Ilan Sebban • November 7, 2025
Context
The SSTOM package forms part of the Western Sydney Airport metro line, delivering six stations, driverless trains, systems integration, and long-term operations under a PPP model. It’s one of Australia’s most complex transport programs, designed to reshape mobility across Greater Western Sydney.
The Challenge
The consortium required rapid mobilisation of specialists across commercial, PMO, safety, and operational readiness. Local market availability was limited, and roles demanded experience in automated metro systems, safety-critical environments, and PPP frameworks.
Our Engagement
Rec-Partners delivered targeted shortlists for engineers, system safety specialists and readiness leads within tight timeframes. Advisory support refined role positioning and improved candidate conversion. All hires were completed ahead of mobilisation milestones.
Outcome
- 10 hires across safety, commercial and operations
- Shortlists delivered within 7 business days
- Strengthened delivery capability for D&C phase
- Recognised for precision, speed and strategic alignment
