TEST & COMMISSIONING MANAGER - ETCS L2 (Wayside)–

Hitachi Rail Limited; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance reviews

Professional development

Health and wellbeing programs

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Hitachi Rail Limited in Brisbane seeks a Test and Commissioning Manager – ETCS L2 to lead Wayside T&C activities and coordinate Testers and Commissioning Engineers across multiple work packages. The role prioritises safety, quality, and timely delivery within a fast-paced project environment.

The successful candidate will have extensive experience in rail signalling, system integration, and a engineering degree, with willingness to travel as required by the project.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or similar field.
• Experience leading large railway signalling teams.
• 10+ years in rail signaling role with system integration exposure.

Responsibilities

• Lead Wayside T&C activities for multiple work packages.
• Coordinate testers and commissioning engineers across packages.
• Ensure safety standards and testing methodologies are applied.
• Produce test plans, procedures and reports.
• Support client interface during testing phase.

Skills

Rail signalling

Team leadership

Test planning

Engineering degree

ERP knowledge

MS Office

Configuration management

System integration

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

RPEQ preferable

Tools

Test tools

Database tools

ERP systems

Office suite

Job description

About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multicultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

Job Description

Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Test and Commissioning Manager – ETCS L2 who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in Brisbane, Australia.

Key Accountabilities

• Supporting the program T&C managers by leading Wayside T&C activities for multiple work packages;


• Provide program-wide leadership, coordination and resource management of all Wayside Testers, Testers in Charge (TICs) and Commissioning Engineers across multiple ETCS Level 2 work packages, ensuring consistent application of testing methodologies, safety standards, competencies, planning processes and commissioning practices across the program;


• Managing work package signalling Tester's in Charge and commissioning engineers and supporting plan development and execution of wayside T&C works;


• Ensure that the test and commissioning activities are executed in alignment with the Work, Health and Safety requirements of the company and the project;


• Oversight of the development, implementation and continuous improvement of all Test documentation;


• Technical review of all test documentation to ensure test coverage is robust and comprehensive;


• Ensuring the timely production of Test Plans, Procedures and Reports at the work package level;


• Supporting site interface management with the Client/Engineers/Third parties during the test and commissioning planning and execution phase;


• Support bids and develop strategy for future work packages;


• Ensure test documentation complies with relevant standards; Ensure test specifications and procedures align with project requirements

Required Skills and Knowledge

• Demonstrated experience leading and managing large teams of railway signalling Testers, Testers in Charge (TICs) and Commissioning Engineers across complex, multi-package railway infrastructure programs.


• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or similar field;


• RPEQ preferable


• 10+ years' experience in a similar role in the Rail Signal industry with demonstrated capability and skills in:




• System Integration of complex systems


• Understanding how testing plays a role in supporting Systems Assurance activities


• Railway equipment and environment


• Use of Test tools


• Use of Database tools


• Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite


• Knowledge of ERP and Configuration Management tools




• A willingness to travel as required by the project.

At Hitachi Rail, we know that a diverse business is a sustainable business. Working collaboratively with a range of internal networks, we’re continuously improving our policies and products. From accessible, sustainable design to achieving a better gender balance. We base these efforts on our core values: Harmony, Sincerity, and Pioneering spirit. And by aligning with these, we’re able to create a workplace where people not only feel comfortable but are given opportunities to thrive. We’re especially keen to hear from women and people of all genders considering a career in engineering, cybersecurity, and rail technology.

What We Offer

• Annual performance, development, and salary review process.


• Ongoing professional development and training.


• Salary continuance.


• Health and Wellbeing initiatives throughout the year (incl. flu vaccinations).


• Employee Assistance Program (employees and family).


• Days off per year sponsored by the company in addition to the statutory public holidays and leave entitlements.


• Invitation to attend and participate in Company sponsored social events throughout the year.

We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.