Operations Superintendent (Training)

Bowen Rail; Bowen; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote area housing salary sacrifice

Relocation assistance

Vehicle lease program

Lifestyle roster

Job summary

Bowen Rail is seeking an Operations Superintendent (Training) to lead safety-driven training governance, competency frameworks and the Trainee Train Driver program in Bowen. You will oversee the development and verification of competency for train drivers, trainee drivers and maintenance personnel, coordinating with internal teams and external providers.

The role anchors in Bowen, with a Monday–Friday roster, offering career development and a relocation-assisted package within a supportive

Qualifications

• Experience leading safety- and competency-driven training in rail, mining or heavy industry.
• Ability to design, implement and review training governance and documentation.
• Proven capability to develop and manage a competency framework and training needs analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety and training governance across Rail Operations to ensure compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement in training and competency aligned with KPIs.
• Manage external training providers, including RTO delivery and scheduling.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Autonomy & teamwork

Time management

Organization & multitasking

Computer proficiency

Education

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment

Tools

Microsoft Office

Training management systems

Job description

Bowen Rail Company has an exciting opportunity for an Operations Superintendent (Training) to join our Rail Operations team. If you've built your career in rail, mining or heavy industry and are ready for your next challenge, this role is a great fit.

Reporting to the Head of Operations, the Operations Superintendent (Training) owns the framework that supports the development, qualification and ongoing Verification of Competency of Train Drivers, Trainee Train Drivers, Maintenance Personnel and BRC Operations support roles. Critical to the safe and efficient delivery of train services is the deployment of qualified and competent rail traffic crew — and this role is where that begins.

This position is based residentially in Bowen, working Monday to Friday.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safety leadership — set the standard for safety at Bowen Rail Company, demonstrating visible safety leadership in line with our values
• Training governance — facilitate the implementation and review of Rail Operations training documentation, including standards, procedures and instructions, to ensure company and legislative compliance
• Continuous improvement — drive improvement initiatives in training and compliance against safety, competency and compliance requirements across rail operations
• Competency framework — maintain and continually improve the Training and Competency Matrix and Training Needs Analysis to meet performance KPIs for the progression of the Rail Operations team
• Leading people — mentor, coach and support direct reports and operations-qualified Trainers and Assessors
• RTO and external providers — manage the delivery of external training services, including the Registered Training Organisation, covering schedules, training programs and contract management
• Trainee Train Driver program — develop and implement the Trainee Train Driver program in conjunction with the RTO, ensuring the training and assessment program is effectively delivered and managed
• OJT/OJA capability — onboard, mentor and coach On the Job Trainers and On the Job Assessors, support operational training programs and monitor the effectiveness of existing training systems and procedures
• Investigations — conduct allocated investigations in a timely manner, delivering appropriate outcomes through accurate written reports to support management determinations

Should you ASPIRE to join our team, you will bring:

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
• Leadership experience in rail, mining or heavy industry
• Excellent oral and written communication and professional presentation skills
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and as part of a team, with a track record of building effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Effective time management, organisation and the ability to multi-task, with advanced computer proficiency (Microsoft Office and systems)
• Current open Class C driver's licence

What We Can Offer:

• A company that invests in you and your career development
• Competitive remuneration package including remote area housing salary sacrifice (residential only Bowen).
• Access to the BRC vehicle lease program
• Lifestyle roster to support work/life harmony balancing your leisure time surrounded by the beautiful Whitsundays.
• Up to $8000 relocation assistance

Please note that pre-employment screening applies to this position which includes psychometric assessment, pre-employment medical, qualifications, and reference checking.