Grain Access Planner

Grain Access Planner

• Newly created role on a 12-month contract.
• Contribute to the grain movement revolution.
• Hybrid working model and flexible working options.

V/Line is experiencing significant growth and we’re delivering more services, more trains, cheaper fares, and huge projects. With more than 3700 weekly train and coach services, an expansive freight network and unprecedented rail investment, millions of Victorians depend on us to deliver. You could be one of our 2700 committed team members who are up to the challenge.

About the role

As a Grain Access Planner, you’ll play a pivotal role in managing and optimizing grain services on the V/Line rail network. Your mission is to maximize network capacity, meet projected demand growth, and ensure efficient grain movement. This is an initial 12-month contract position.

Key accountabilities include:

• Strategic Planning: Collaborate with industry stakeholders to advise on service planning, especially in the months leading up to the critical two-week period when train paths are booked through the V/Line short-term planning team.
• Network Optimization: Provide robust and timely advice to industry stakeholders on network capacity and optimal train pathing, considering restrictions caused by Big Build projects and routine maintenance.
• Data Analysis: Collect and analyze data from grain companies to enhance network utilization and grain volumes.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with grain companies, rail operators, network operators, and government rail policy functions.
• Performance Targets: Align with the objectives of the Grain Rail Improvement Plan (GRIP) to increase rail volumes to 2 million tonnes per annum by the end of the 2024 financial year.

About you

As an industry expert, you are confident in addressing queries from both internal and external stakeholder, ensuring credibility is maintained. You have excellent communication skills, and are able to thrive in a dynamic environment and adapt quickly to changing circumstances.  

Our ideal candidate will possess the following:

• 15-20 years of experience in the rail/grain industry.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the Victorian rail network and its key limitations.
• Proven ability to assess and manage rail network disruptions.
• Familiarity with Victorian regional primary production.
• Track record of maximising network utilization through strategic planning
• Strong Capability to negotiate effectively with senior industry representatives.
• Demonstrable proficiency in MS Excel for planning and problem-solving.
• Demonstrated alignment to V/Line’s values of responsiveness, integrity, impartiality, accountability, respect, leadership and human rights.

Qualification

• Tertiary Qualification in Engineering, Logistics/Supply Chain or other relevant disciplines is well regarded.

A full position description will be made available to interviewees.

In addition to free Myki travel, we offer:

• Community impact – Make a genuine difference. Work in a role that connects Victorians, every day.
• Huge potential – We’re transforming, and you can too. Be a change maker, recognised for your contribution and creativity.
• Dynamic environment – V/Line operates in a constantly changing space. Join a fast-paced and exciting organisation.
• Collaborative team – You’ll be part of a broader supportive team. Surround yourself with talented, passionate peers.
• Flexible working – We support flexible working. Work in a way that supports you to thrive in your role.

How to Apply

Please use the ‘Apply’ button to submit your application, including a current resume.

The recruitment and selection process may include a behavioural and/or technical interviews and employment references.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment screening including, probity (police) checks, and Australian entitlement to work. Employees of V/Line are required to maintain a valid Working with Children Check Victoria (Employee) for the duration of employment.  

Initial queries can be made to Peejay Mijares, Talent Acquisition Business Partner at **************@vline.com.au (please note applications are only accepted via the Apply link)

We are happy to discuss salary expectations in line with skills, experience and overall suitability to the role.

Applications will close at 11.59 pm on Sunday, 14th April 2024.

Current employees are expected to remain in their role for a minimum of 12 months before applying to new positions within V/Line.

V/Line is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and we welcome applicants from any background. We value diversity and are continuously working towards creating a flexible and inclusive environment that is representative of the Victorian community.