Rail Operations Tech Specialist – Train & Safety Lead

Aurizon; Perth; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on health insurance funds

Parental leave program

Super booster

Job summary

Aurizon is seeking a Technical Specialist to join the Rail Operations team in Perth. You will apply your locomotive driving experience and Training and Assessment qualifications to develop endorsed standards and procedures for train operations and handling.

Lead driving method improvements, deliver safe training, and develop yard operation standards while upskilling drivers. Utilize simulation and train data analysis to support governance and drive continuous improvements across WA operations.

Qualifications

• Qualified Locomotive Driver with driving experience in WA (mandatory).
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or equivalent (mandatory).
• Experience operating terminal plant and equipment is highly regarded.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills fostering teamwork and continual learning.
• Solid investigative, analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Extensive knowledge of safety management, safeworking, isolation and lockout standards.
• Deep knowledge of regulatory, industrial relations and policy provisions relating to train operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of optimum driving methodologies and process improvements.
• Deliver safe train handling tuition to mitigate breaches.
• Develop and implement yard operation standards for safe, efficient service delivery.
• Upskill Train Drivers to identify and resolve issues with trains.
• Utilize simulation and data analysis tools to support governance and reporting.
• Align with current best practice operational methodologies to drive improvements.
• Undertake reviews and investigations; prepare comprehensive reports on activities or incidents.
• Maintain high competence in train and yard operations and pursue continuous self-development.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Decision making

Education

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment

Tools

Simulation tools

Train data analysis tools

Job description

Aurizon is seeking a Technical Specialist to join the Rail Operations team in Perth. You will apply your locomotive driving experience and Training and Assessment qualifications to develop endorsed standards and procedures for train operations and handling.

Lead driving method improvements, deliver safe training, and develop yard operation standards while upskilling drivers. Utilize simulation and train data analysis to support governance and drive continuous improvements across WA operations.