Regulatory Officers (Rail Safety Officers)

Your Responsibilities:

Work closely with rail operators and Rail Safety workers to oversee safety practices and ensure compliance with the Rail Safety National Law. Your tasks will include:

• Conducting regulatory activities like site visits, audits, inspections, and responding to Rail Safety incidents.
• Supporting the assessment of accreditation and registration applications.
• Providing detailed reports on your regulatory activities with recommendations to the Manager, Operations, and General Manager.
• Assisting with technical advice on Rail Safety operational matters.
• Performing the role of a Duty Officer, taking calls regarding rail incidents and providing initial responses.
• Supporting Rail Safety initiatives through proactive monitoring of regulatory intelligence.

Experience in the rail industry is a plus, we are also interested in candidates with backgrounds in safety or regulatory roles. If you're self-motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable with technology, you might be the perfect fit! Here's what we're looking for:

• Understanding or motivation to learn the principles of integrated safety management systems and risk management.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment, collaborating with others.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to produce quality reports.
• A curious mindset and comfort in conducting conversations that lead to problem recognition and solution development.
• Flexibility in approach and adaptability to new situations.
• Experience with technical enterprise systems, tools, and applications.

We are dedicated to ensuring safe railways throughout Australia. As an independent regulatory authority, we enforce national compliance with the Rail Safety National Law and promote Rail Safety. The team is committed to creating a positive impact on Rail Safety and strives for continuous improvement. Here's what we offer:

• A supportive and dynamic team environment that values your contributions and promotes a healthy work-life balance.
• Professional development through a structured 12-month Training & Development program.
• The chance to work with experienced specialists and be mentored by successful leaders.
• Opportunities for travel to various sites for audits, inspections, and investigations.
• Flexible work options, with an extra 3 days of leave during the Christmas closedown.
• Salary packaging for car, laptop, or tablet.