Rail Safety Manager
Metro is a multi-award winning organisation, and we pride ourselves on our team of honest, high performing professionals who are talented, inclusive and safety focused and who are at the core of our success. You will be joining an organisation that is known as a global leader in its field but also prides itself on being dynamic, embracing new technologies and focused on customer service. Our aim is to promote work/life balance, allow team members to bring their best to work and to truly be focused on a common goal which is to provide a world-class railway service.
The Metro Tunnel Project (MTP) is a transformational public transport project that will bring more trains to your suburb and reduce travel times by running the busy Cranbourne, Pakenham and Sunbury lines through a new tunnel. By untangling the City Loop, more trains can run more often across Melbourne.
We’ve finished digging twin 9km tunnels, and construction is underway on 5 new stations and testing of the new High Capacity Signalling system that will enable turn-up-and-go services.
The Role
As a Rail Safety Manager you’ll oversee and advise on rail safety legislation and regulations to ensure safe delivery of the project. You’ll provide support and lead a team to provide Safe Working and Worksite Protection to support projects across Metro. You will represent Metro during the dynamic testing phase of the project.
This role is fulltime, fixed term. As an MTM employee, you will have access to free travel along the network.
Responsibilities
- Provide guidance and clarification on Safe Working Practices
- Assist in investigations of Rail Safety incidents and implement any actions required
- Participate in the planning, delivery and best practices of upcoming and current Occupations.
- Conduct Rail Safety Compliance inspections and investigations on behalf of the RTO
- Ensure all sites are compliant with the Rail Safety National Law
About You
- Extensive experience within the Rail industry or relevant experience
- Has a legal understanding around OHS (Occupational Health and Safety) and RSNL (Rail Safety National Law)
- Is an experienced leader that can mentor and develop their team
- Communicates with influence with a range of different stakeholders whilst managing safety on complex construction projects
- Hold theory 3.3 safe working Theory (Track Force Protection Coordinator)
- Have a registered RIW (Rail Industry Worker)
- Be willing to obtain a CAT 3 Medical (or above)
- Has qualifications in a Cert IV in Occupational Health and Safety, Cert IV in Training and Assessment Auditor qualification or above
- Has experience leading ICAM investigations
- Holds a valid White card
Why Work for Metro
Attractive Remuneration: Excellent pay package with laptop and mobile phone
Career Progression: Career development support and opportunities to learn new skills within a multi-disciplinary environment while being able to make this role your own
Vibrant and Ambitious Team: A diverse and collaborative team of passionate people who are dedicated to delivering projects that improve the safety and reliability of Melbourne’s rail network across the Victorian Big Build
Benefits: Free Myki travel across Victoria and other great corporate discounts
Work-Life Balance and Hybrid Working: We encourage flexibility and wellbeing; you will manage your own schedule and we will support you to thrive in your role. MTM supports flexible working arrangements.
This is a fantastic and high-profile opportunity to build on the career you have developed to date and be part of the legacy that ‘connects people and places for a growing Melbourne’.
If what you have read resonates with your values, experience and career aspiration then please submit your application by Wednesday 22th February 2023.
Please note that shortlisting may commence prior to the closure date.
Metro Trains is an equal opportunity employer and embraces diversity. We encourage all interested applicants to apply but please do note only applications with the right to live and work in Australia will be considered for this position.