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 a work/life balance, to allow team members to bring their best to work, and to truly be focused on a common goal: providing a world-class railway service.

Why work at Metro Trains?

• Receive a free Myki Pass that allows free Public Transport in Victoria!

• Excellent remuneration, with great career development and upskilling opportunities.

• Work with supportive individuals from varying backgrounds and experiences.

• Access a wide range of corporate discounts, including gym offers.

About the position:

As our Track Force Protection Coordinator, you’ll be responsible for the safeworking planning, implementation, control, and the ultimate responsibility of rail safety during track works. While working, your main focus will be to keep all Rail Safety Worker’s and the worksite safe from all rail traffic.

You’ll be exposed to different works within our network, playing a fundamental part in our business by maximising rail safety and time on tools, but minimising impact on our rail operations. Working for Metro will also give you the opportunity to develop and grow in your career in rail as we provide all opportunities for upskilling and learning through the Metro Academy.

We require you to have a minimum 3.2 Safeworking qualification to succeed in this role. This is a rostered position, working 8 on/6 off on rotating days and afternoons. Overtime will be available and encouraged at the business’ discretion.

Main duties include:

• Complete and certify RSWHA’s, determining appropriate protection requirements for worksite/tasks.

• Assess the track environment to plan access, egress and the approach for works.

• Maintain communication and control of worksite protection personnel, supervisors, signallers, train controllers and drivers.

• Identify task-based hazards, communicating these to worksite protection personnel.

• Ensure worksite protection personnel are equipped with correct PPE.

• Functional delivery of rail safety protection, complying to MTM Safeworking standards.

• Perform risk assessments of processes, work practices, materials, suppliers and innovations to ensure work is delivered as efficiently and safely as possible.

• Review/assess compliance of processes to standards and procedures under guidance.

About you:

• Minimum 3.2 Safeworking qualification (including ASB and Enhanced Lookout modules) – essential.

• Inner Suburban Unrestricted competency.

• First Aid and CPR certified.

• A minimum of 3 years' experience in rail/rail related industries.

• Team player who works effectively in group environments.

• Strong communication skills, in order to excel in high pressure situations.

Ready to apply? Great!

This is a fantastic opportunity to build on the career you've developed to date and take it to the next level by making a tangible impact that matters.

Click to submit your application by Friday 28th October @ 5pm.

For more information about the recruitment process at Metro Trains, please click on the following link: https://www.metrotrains.com.au/recruitment-process/

Metro Trains is an equal opportunity employer that 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.