Network Safety Officer (Melbourne)

15 October 2024

Melbourne Full Time

At Metro, we are one team, united in our purpose of moving Melbourne.

We believe in fostering an environment where your skills, talents, and aspirations can thrive.

We look forward to supporting you as you plan the next chapter of your career at Metro.

Metro Trains Melbourne (MTM) are currently recruiting for a experienced Network Safety Officer to join the team.

As a MTM Network Safety Officer your key focus will be but not limited to:

- Interfacing with internal and external stakeholders groups to review & develop Safety Management Systems (SMS) documentation
- Provide corporate governance through audits and inspections across all elements of the SMS relating primarily to rail safety requirements.
- Undertake quality assessments and reviews of investigations in relation to Rail Safety

Key Responsibilities
- Produce and distribute SW and SWP circulars.
- Appraise requirements and make recommendations with respect to work methods and techniques.
- Edit and issue the Weekly Operational Notice publication on behalf of MTM, V/Line & ARTC
- Ensure compliance policies and measures are in place to avoid non-compliance issues to be managed.
- Assist with the implementation of training programs to support knowledge management in SER disciplines.
- Facilitate and participate in risk assessments and the performance of safety audits in conjunction with internal and external organisations.
- Represent MTM at external emergency response exercises and attend MTM internal emergency management tabletop exercises.
- Provide SME advise during testing and commissioning activities

About You: (Key Selection Criteria)
- Qualified in Safeworking systems applicable to the MTM network i.e., Qualified Automatic Train Control (ATC), Automatic Block Signalling (ABS), Communication Based Train Control (CTBC)
- Extensive Signalling or Train Control experience
- Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety Act (2004), inclusive of advanced working knowledge of Safety (OH&S;) management systems
- Knowledge of Rail Safety National Law & Regulations 2012
- Sound knowledge of the PTC 1994 Book of Rule and Operating Procedures and associated procedures
- Ability to analyse situations & make well-judged Rail Safety decisions in a dynamic operational setting.
- Ability to analyse and interpret data and write and present reports, to complete complex tasks.
- Testing and Commissioning Experience

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. If what you’ve read resonates with your values, experience, and career aspiration then we want to hear from you.

Metro’s commitment to a Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive culture

Metro acknowledges the Victorian Traditional Owners of the land on which our rail network operates, the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung and Bunurong peoples of the Kulin Nation.

At Metro, we know that a diverse, equitable, and inclusive company is a more innovative and successful one that reflects the communities we serve. We strive for a workplace where everyone is treated fairly and respectfully. A workplace that provides equitable access to opportunities, resources, and where individuals can bring their whole selves to work. In addition, being recognised and rewarded for their contribution to our collective success.

We are committed to fair, equitable and merit-based employment and recruitment practices, and we encourage all interested applicants to apply. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3qv4el