Rail Possessions Senior Advisor

Cross River Rail Delivery Authority (CRRDA)...Your chance to work with the best!
Cross River Rail will transform the way we travel to, from and through Brisbane in the future. It will be a catalyst for 10 years of wider rail transformation across the whole of South East Queensland and it is already playing a key role in how we prepare for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Cross River Rail is a new 10.2km rail line including 5.9km of twin tunnels running under the Brisbane River and CBD. It includes the delivery of four new underground stations, two new above-ground stations, accessibility rebuilds for six stations, the construction of three new stations on the Gold Coast, and the introduction of a new world-class 'ETCS' signalling system.
This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to work on one of Australia's largest infrastructure projects and to be a part of something that will leave a lasting legacy for generations to come.
About the Role
As the Rail Possessions Senior Advisor, you will be responsible for supporting the management and strategic delivery of extended track possessions on the Queensland Rail SEQ Network to support Cross River Rail construction activities. A key focus is extended rail track possession program management through governance based on sequencing and justification of CRR constructions works. This will involve close collaboration with internal Cross River Rail project teams, construction contractors and key transport agency stakeholders (including Transport and Main Roads and Queensland Rail)
The Delivery Sequencing Senior Advisor reports to the Delivery Sequencing Manager and forms part of the Customer and Network Integration team
This opportunity is offered as a contract until end of December 2025 with possibility of extension.
Key Responsibilities:
* Plan, coordinate and manage Rail Possessions using established frameworks and process to successfully deliver the extended possessions program.
* Lead the development and implementation of components of the delivery sequencing framework, including extended possession reporting and change management processes.
* Support contractors in application for extended track possessions including justification based on construction requirements.
* Monitor any changes or risks in the construction schedule that may affect planned possessions.
* Provide structured information and administer the Delivery Sequencing Working Group to support critical analysis and justification of extended track possessions.
* Work with key stakeholders across multiple disciplinary areas to inform them on all changes to the possession program and provide up to date information.
* Report progress and manage issues and risks on projects of work, escalating to the Delivery Sequencing Manager with solutions and mitigation measures.
About You:
* Experience supporting the project and program management of large transport infrastructure projects. Previous rail industry experience and/or transport network change management experience is desirable.
* Demonstrated ability to provide clear and concise written and verbal communication including the ability to present technical information in a consumable format and providing high level advice to drive decisions.
* Demonstrated ability to provide clear and concise written and verbal communication to support collaboration with a wider range of internal and external stakeholders.
* Highly organised, with the ability to work with initiative and independence, and implement improvements in a time sensitive environment.
Why work with CRRDA?
On Cross River Rail you will not only work with the best but become your best. And as we enter a new phase of delivery, our project offers a rare career opportunity for top tier professionals to have played their part on something that is genuinely city shaping and transformative.
Our people are supported with flexible work options, career development through the Australian Institute of Management, salary packaging and access to world class employee assistance provider Benestar.
At Cross River Rail we are an equal opportunity employer and strive to build balanced teams from all walks of life.
How To Apply
Please submit your Resume by clicking on the apply link before the closing date of 29th of March 2024.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all Cross River Rail Delivery Authority vacancies.