RDS - Geelong

Regional Driver Supervisor (Internal Opportunity)Geelong and BendigoPermanent, Full-timeWe have vacancies for Regional Driver Supervisors for the Bendigo and Geelong regions.About the roleAs a member of the Service Delivery Department the Regional Driver Supervisor is responsible for the day to day leadership, supervision and support of Drivers and Trainee Drivers to ensure safe and efficient delivery ofV/Line train services.The RDS is responsible for the Practical Driver Trainers and will work in conjunction with the Conductor Services Manager, Area Services Manager, Regional Managers and others as required, to maintain communications that are accurate, open and transparent.Key Accountabilities include:

• Provide day to day leadership and support to Train Drivers.
• Manage operational issues, ensuring Drivers are compliant with legislative and regulatory requirements.
• Partner closely with key stakeholders across the wider operational function and communicate effectively.
• Provide support to Practical Driver Trainers to ensure they can fulfil their training effectively.
• Provide staff with a safe workplace where risks are identified.
• Manage Driver Return to Work process and attend Workcover meetings, as required.

Note – The RDS will be required to drive trains for not less than 20 rostered shifts in a 12-month period in accordance with the relevant Enterprise Agreement and existing custom and practice.About youYou are an experienced and qualified Train Driver with more than 2 years post training experience in Victoria and are seeking a move into leading and managing a team of drivers.With a strong sense of safety, you thrive by helping others achieve their best and promote a positive, customer- focused output.Our ideal candidate will have prior experience in:

• You will be a Qualified V/Line Train Driver, with a minimum two years’ experience, post qualification.
• Certificate IV in Workplace Training & Assessment as well as Cert IV in Frontline Management, would be advantageous however not mandatory.
• You will be a champion of safety along with having a strong sense of customer focus.
• You are a natural leader with the ability to problem solve in a timely manner.

Importantly you align to V/Line’s core values of Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership, and Human Rights.What we offerThis is a permanent, full-time opportunity with 5-weeks annual leave, superannuation, and free myki for metro & regional travel.This position will be paid $88.52 per hour in line with the V/Line Operations and Administration Employees Agreement 2019.Apply nowIt is expected that all employees complete at least 12 months of continuous service in their current position before making an application for an alternate role. Employees who are in their probationary period at the time of application are ineligible to applyThe selection process may include aptitude assessments, a behavioural interview and a medical risk category 1 check.Enquiries can be made to Steve Hutcheson, Talent Acquisition Business Partner atPlease use the 'Apply' button to submit your application or check the internal job board.When making your application, please select which region you preference (Geelong or Bendigo).Applications close: 5pm on Wednesday, 29th May 2024