At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be the Operational Excellence Manager we’re looking for?

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your operational management expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll report to the Services Director ANZ, and work alongside a diverse group of Colleagues that support our Services business across Australia.

You'll play a critical role in leading and driving operational excellence and best-practice across our portfolio of Service/Maintenance projects in VIC, NSW, QLD, WA and SA. You will also be responsible for leading and managing transformational change, and standardising our operation. In this role your base location can be flexible, however there will be a need to travel frequently.

We’ll look to you for:

• Challenging the way in which we operate and collaborating with stakeholders at all levels to identify areas for improvement.
• Reviewing and auditing processes to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Coordinating and implementing best practice, and driving transformational change.
• Standardising our operation across the Australian Service/Maintenance business.
• Leading, coaching and managing a teams to drive cultural and operational change.

All about you

We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• Strong stakeholder engagement and management skills with the proven ability to influence at all levels.
• The demonstrated ability to successfully lead and manage operational teams.
• Experience in a similar role driving organizational transformation with a national/regional scope.
• A sound understanding of operating and managing a service/maintenance operation.
• A technical background (Trade or Engineering) would be highly advantageous.

Things you’ll enjoy

Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also:

• Enjoy stability, challenges and a long-term career free from boring daily routines.
• Contribute to innovative projects across Australia and New Zealand.
• Flexibility working options.
• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries.
• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning.
• Receive generous parental leave – 18 weeks fully paid.
• Have access to a free corporate gym membership.
• Receive free salary continuity insurance.
• Be eligible for Bridging Leave (extra leave days each year).

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 70+ countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

An agile, inclusive and responsible culture is the foundation of our company where diverse people are offered excellent opportunities to grow, learn and advance in their careers. We are committed to encouraging our employees to reach their full potential, while valuing and respecting them as individuals. We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with disability and other minority groups to apply.

We recognise that embracing flexibility & inclusivity is the smarter way of working. Please speak with us about your individual needs or if any workplace adjustments are required. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process please email: hr.accessibility@alstomgroup.com.

For internal applicants, please ensure you confirm your eligibility to apply with your Supervisor and relevant Human Resources representative prior to submitting an application.

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