Rail Test Supervisor: Commissioning & Validation

Alstom; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Alstom in Newport, Melbourne is seeking a Test Supervisor to oversee day-to-day activities and supervise train-level commissioning and validation testing. You will troubleshoot technical issues, sign off test sections, and deliver tests according to the delivery schedule.

The role requires an A Grade Electrical Licence, proven supervision in a T&C environment, and strong fault-finding using test procedures and electrical schematics. RIW card and safety awareness are essential.

Qualifications

• A Grade Electrical Licence.
• Proven supervision skills in T&C environment.
• Able to follow Test Procedures and electrical schematics.
• Excellent technical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to log and escape defects using Failure Reporting Tools and prepare accurate test reports to support issue resolution and testing outcomes.
• Track Safety Awareness and RIW Card.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise day-to-day activities.
• Perform Train Level Routine Commissioning and support to Validation testing - Static and Dynamic Tests in accordance with test procedures at Commissioning Site, sign off test specification sections as appropriate.
• Troubleshoot and rectify arising Technical Issues during Commissioning & Warranty Phase.
• Deliver Test completion in accordance with the Train Delivery Schedule.
• Generate and Issue Test Reports for completed Tests.
• Accurately report failures on the dedicated Failure Reporting Tool.
• Liaise with Engineering on any arising quality/reliability issues that are identified.
• Contribute to Continuous Improvement Initiatives, process and procedure improvements.

Skills

Electrical licence

Supervision skills

Test procedures

Troubleshooting

Tools

Failure Reporting Tool

RIW Card

Job description

Alstom in Newport, Melbourne is seeking a Test Supervisor to oversee day-to-day activities and supervise train-level commissioning and validation testing. You will troubleshoot technical issues, sign off test sections, and deliver tests according to the delivery schedule.

The role requires an A Grade Electrical Licence, proven supervision in a T&C environment, and strong fault-finding using test procedures and electrical schematics. RIW card and safety awareness are essential.