Rail Signalling Coordinator — Plan, Maintain & Coordinate

ARTC; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Competitive remuneration

Health and wellbeing programs

Novated leasing options

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

ARTC is seeking a Signals Coordinator to provide essential coordination for signalling resources and works across five states. The role focuses on scheduling maintenance, capital works, and major track possessions to ensure safe, on-time delivery and quality standards.

You will work with project managers and operational teams to plan access, monitor activities, and ensure documentation is complete, all while promoting safety and continuous improvement across the rail network.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in railway signalling maintenance, construction or project management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work in an organised and well-ordered manner.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate signalling maintenance, project works and major track possessions to support safe and efficient delivery.
• Support the delivery of maintenance and capital works safely, on time, within budget and to required quality standards.
• Assist with project scoping, costing, planning and resource requirements.
• Coordinate and provide on-site support for maintenance, renewals and upgrade works, ensuring activities are delivered safely and effectively.
• Monitor project and maintenance activities, identify potential issues and work with Project Managers to achieve successful outcomes.
• Ensure required rail infrastructure inspections, condition monitoring, and documentation are completed.
• Coordinate the close-out and follow-up of activities associated with maintenance, capital works and major track possessions.
• Work closely with operational stakeholders to plan track access and minimise impacts to operations.
• Build strong relationships across project, maintenance and operational teams to support delivery.
• Promote a strong safety culture and continuous improvement.

Skills

Railway signalling maintenance

Written & verbal communication

Problem solving & interpersonal skills

Driving licence (Class C)

Education

Certificate IV in electrical railway signalling

Job description

About ARTC

We’re one of the country’s largest rail network owners, proud to be keeping the future of transport on track.

A vital link in the nation's transport supply chain, every day our people manage the movement of over 415 freight and passenger trains across five states, 9,600km of track, 39 worksites and the lands of more than 50 First Nations. Rail isn’t just a mode of transport, it's a safer and more environmentally friendly choice. We're committed to expanding and modernising our rail network, having invested billions of dollars to ensure its efficiency and sustainability. Join us and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of transport in Australia.

About ARTC

We’re one of the country’s largest rail network owners, proud to be keeping the future of transport on track.

A vital link in the nation's transport supply chain, every day our people manage the movement of over 415 freight and passenger trains across five states, 9,600km of track, 39 worksites and the lands of more than 50 First Nations. Rail isn’t just a mode of transport, it's a safer and more environmentally friendly choice. We're committed to expanding and modernising our rail network, having invested billions of dollars to ensure its efficiency and sustainability. Join us and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of transport in Australia.

About The Team

Our Operations team works with a diverse customer base to support several nationally significant supply chains. With management responsibility spanning across five states, our 8,500km rail network is used to transport bulk products, passenger and general freight, including steel and a vast array of consumer items such as groceries, electrical goods and other items for both import and export markets.

The Operations teams work within several complex and challenging environments, including some of the busiest rail corridors in Australia to deliver safe, efficient and sustainable service delivery outcomes for its customers, stakeholders and the community.

About The Opportunity

The Signals Coordinator will need to provide an essential coordination function to schedule signal support resources effectively and efficiently.

• Coordinate signalling maintenance, project works and major track possessions to support safe and efficient delivery.
• Support the delivery of maintenance and capital works safely, on time, within budget and to required quality standards.
• Assist with project scoping, costing, planning and resource requirements.
• Coordinate and provide on-site support for maintenance, renewals and upgrade works, ensuring activities are delivered safely and effectively.
• Monitor project and maintenance activities, identify potential issues and work collaboratively with Project Managers to achieve successful outcomes.
• Ensure required rail infrastructure inspections, condition monitoring, functional checks and associated documentation are completed.
• Coordinate the close-out and follow-up of activities associated with maintenance, capital works and major track possessions.
• Work closely with operational stakeholders to plan and coordinate track access and minimise impacts to operations.
• Build strong working relationships across project, maintenance and operational teams to support effective delivery.
• Promote a strong safety culture and continuous improvement, identifying opportunities to improve maintenance and work practices.
  
  

What do we want from you?

Essential Criteria

• S olid experience in engineering maintenance, construction or project management of railway signalling.
• Certificate IV in electrical railway signalling.
• Experience in the administration and management of delivery of routine maintenance activities, major periodic maintenance and capital works projects.
• Demonstratable ability to work in an organised and well-ordered manner.
• Highly developed written and oral communication and presentation skills.
• Highly developed problem resolution and interpersonal skills.
• Drivers Licence – Class C.
  
  

Desirable Criteria

• Project management and supervisory experience in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Highly developed commercial acumen.
  
  

What will you get from us?

• Talk to us about flexible working options
• Competitive remuneration
• Resources to support your health and wellbeing and development
• Novated leasing options, as well as discounts and support programs
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for all employees and their direct family members
  
  

Our Organisation and Culture

At ARTC, we’re more than just a rail network. We’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to keeping Australia moving forward. Our culture is one of inclusion & collaboration, and continuous improvement. We’re focused on growth, not just for our business but for our people and our country.

In everything we do, safety is our top priority. We believe in providing a safe workplace where everyone can thrive. Our commitment to safety is not just a statement; it's a fundamental part of who we are and enables us to best serve our customers and communities.

Our people are at the heart of our success. We value their expertise, their passion, and their dedication. We invest in their development and empower them to make a difference. Together, we are building a future where rail is the preferred mode of transport, contributing to a cleaner, safer, and more sustainable Australia.

Join us at ARTC and be a part of a team that's shaping the future of transport in Australia.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent.

A pply Now!

Join the exciting future of rail today and find a career for life.

As part of the application process, you’ll be required to undergo pre-employment criminal history, reference, and medical checks, including drug and alcohol testing.

Applications close: 28 October 2026

Note: ARTC reserve the right to progress applications prior to the closing date.