Role Purpose
About this opportunity
We are looking for an Project Engineer – Major Transport Projects. Reporting to the Project Interface Manager this role involves:
- Assisting Project Managers on a range of duties for various precincts of the Melbourne Metro Tunnel Projects (MTP).
- Building effective working relationships across Yarra Trams, State Authorities and other external stakeholders to deliver project outcomes.
- Undertaking and document risk reviews and safety assessments of proposed tram infrastructure and operational changes associated with Major Transport Projects.
- Assisting on monitoring material procurement processes to ensure project material requirements are met.
- Managing defect identification, rectification and other requirements to achieve handover of completed Tram Works.
- Liaising with YT SMEs to facilitate preparation for and delivery of construction activities
About you
Ideally you will have/be:
- Tertiary qualifications in a relevant Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering discipline
- Registered Engineer on National Engineering Register from Engineers Australia
- A White card
- Driver’s Licence
- 3 years plus of associated experience in rail infrastructure and construction environment.
- Demonstrable experience in compiling and writing technical reports.
- Basic understanding of Project Management Systems.
- Skilled understanding of relevant Acts, regulations and standards that impact upon a project including OH&S, Rail Safety Accreditation.
- Skilled understanding of Tram Infrastructure standards
- Confidence and flexibility to initiate change and work under pressure and in a rapidly changing environment
- Good understanding of tram operations, customer experience and road design
Applications close: 22 August 2023
Why Yarra Trams?
Do you want to be a part of a workplace that is based on respect, promotes diversity, and encourages inclusiveness?
If you choose to work with us, you will be joining a team of passionate professionals dedicated to the delivery and improvement of Melbourne’s biggest icon! Additionally, you will receive:
- A Free travel pass for Victoria’s Public Transport Network
- Competitive salary and great conditions
- Professional Development
- Career growth opportunities
- A commitment to your health and wellbeing including free flu vax, discounted gym membership, and access to our Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Paid Parental leave and paid superannuation for primary caregivers
About Yarra Trams
Our passengers, community, people, and operations are the four foundational pillars of our organisation, which help us to continuously improve and deliver safer, better, and more efficient tram services across Melbourne.
As the proud operator of the world's largest tram network and integral part of Melbourne's transport network, Keolis Downer is committed to moving Melbourne forward by delivering solutions for better tram journeys.
We are dedicated to caring for each other, our passengers, and our communities. Yarra Trams is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity across our teams. In support of our Diversity & Inclusion Strategy, we encourage candidates with a disability, of all ages and people of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander heritage to apply
Please note, our selection process will include pre-employment checks, including police check and pre-employment medical check. Yarra Trams employees are required to adhere to Yarra Trams Policies and Procedures such as, but not limited to, Health and Safety Policy, Equal Employment Opportunity & Workplace Bullying Policy, Drug and Alcohol Management Program Policy (including drug and alcohol testing programs. Additionally all workers are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (two doses) unless they have a legitimate and lawful exemption. Evidence of your COVID-19 digital vaccination or exemption certificate will be required.
If you would like further details about an advertised role, or if you require an adjustment in the application process please email careers@yarratrams.com.au