Hybrid Rail Access Engineer – Projects & Compliance

V/Line; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Myki travel across Victoria

Hybrid working model

Job summary

V/Line in Melbourne is seeking an Access Engineer to assess third-party access requests and support project delivery across a growing rail network. The role involves reviewing safety and environmental requirements, issuing permits, and coordinating with multiple teams to ensure compliant, efficient access across the network.

The ideal candidate will bring experience from engineering, infrastructure, construction or project environments, with rail systems knowledge and strong stakeholder

Qualifications

• Experience in an engineering, infrastructure, construction or project environment.
• Experience in rail systems, track, civil or structures disciplines.
• Experience applying processes, procedures or compliance requirements.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to build positive stakeholder relationships.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Assess and respond to third-party access applications across the V/Line network.
• Review proposed works and provide advice on safety, operational and environmental requirements.
• Issue Site Access Permits and maintain accurate application records.
• Work closely with project teams, contractors and internal stakeholders to support project delivery.
• Build positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Monitor compliance with V/Line standards, policies and procedures.
• Support the ongoing improvement of processes, procedures and team practices.
• Maintain accurate records for reporting and invoicing purposes.
• Occasional travel is required across the V/Line network.

Skills

Engineering environment experience

Rail systems knowledge

Stakeholder management

Organisational skills

Written and verbal communication

Problem solving

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

V/Line in Melbourne is seeking an Access Engineer to assess third-party access requests and support project delivery across a growing rail network. The role involves reviewing safety and environmental requirements, issuing permits, and coordinating with multiple teams to ensure compliant, efficient access across the network.

The ideal candidate will bring experience from engineering, infrastructure, construction or project environments, with rail systems knowledge and strong stakeholder