Safety Advisor - Train Services

Metro gets you where you need to go. Shaping our future to be a world-class, sustainable railway for Melbourne is made possible by our people who make a positive difference to every journey.

We strive to reflect the community we serve and support the needs of our people who are critical to our success. With Zero Harm at the foundation of everything we do, we want everyone to get home safely.

We act as one team to move Melbourne.

• Outstanding role for Safety & Risk Specialist to join our Operational Safety team
• Full time, ongoing role, based at Collins Street
• Attractive package and benefits, incl. flexible work arrangements

About the team
Operations & Passenger Delivery team is committed to keeping Melbourne moving by delivering exceptional passenger experiences through, on time, reliable, safe and efficient services.
We achieve this through face-to-face interactions by our frontline teams, supported by our safety operations, operational readiness, and network performance teams.

About the role
An opportunity for an experienced and highly driven Safety Advisor has arisen within our Operational Safety team. In this role, you will provide ongoing support predominately to Train Services (and by extension, its support functions Quality Assurance and Train Crew Rostering) to ensure MTM's Safety Management System requirements are met. You will also play a critical role in:

• Driving continuous safety improvement within Train Services, through collaborative partnership, and active coaching to build safety capabilities of its management team.
• Supporting the delivery of safety strategies driven by Operational Safety and perform day-to-day activities to support the wider Operational Safety team.
• Attending significant Metro Trains Melbourne incidents as the on-call Investigator to commence incident investigation on behalf of the business.
• Will be required to work On-call roster as MTM's on-call investigator.

Why work at Metro?

• Work for a multi-award-winning rail operator with rewarding career opportunities that provide you with the support and training to take your career to the next level!
• Be part of an inclusive, diverse, and supportive company made up of various backgrounds, cultures, and experiences.
• Work-life balance options including flexible working arrangements, 14 weeks paid parental leave, and purchasing up to 4 weeks of additional leave per year.
• All eligible Metro employees receive a free Myki Pass that allows free Public Transport in Victoria.
• Access to a wide range of corporate discounts including healthcare, fitness, finance, and more.

About you
You will be a highly effective communicator (both verbal and written). Your knowledge of Operational Safeworking practices and operational requirements of the metropolitan rail system will be highly regarded but is not essential. To be successful in this role, you will also need to demonstrate the following:

• Minimum diploma level qualifications in a Health, Safety or Environment related discipline and extensive proven experience.
• Proven experience in conducting audits and facilitating risk assessments.
• Experience in managing and leading safety investigations.
• Proven ability to manage many competing priorities within tight timeframes.
• Strong engagement abilities to develop trust and strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Self-driven, responsible individual who commits to continuous improvement in your work and quality outcomes.
• Demonstrated experience in establishing and maintaining compliance with legislation.

Our teams are enriched with individuals that possess diverse skills and experience and are passionate about contributing to Metro Trains values, goals and strategy. If what you've read resonates with your values, experience and career aspiration then we want to hear from you.

Next steps
Please submit your application, including a cover letter demonstrating your relevant experience and strengths, and resume by 28th March 2024.

Metro's commitment to a Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive culture

Metro acknowledges the Victorian Traditional Owners of the land on which our rail network operates, the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung and Bunurong peoples of the Kulin Nation.

At Metro, we know that a diverse, equitable, and inclusive company is a more innovative and successful one that reflects the communities we serve. We strive for a workplace where everyone is treated fairly and respectfully. A workplace that provides equitable access to opportunities, resources, and where individuals can bring their whole selves to work. In addition, being recognised and rewarded for their contribution to our collective success.

We are committed to fair, equitable and merit-based employment and recruitment practices, and we encourage all interested applicants to apply.

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