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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.
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About The Role
The Systems Engineering Team at Metro Trains is seeking a qualified candidate to lead the transition and ongoing support of operational technology (OT) systems, including CBTC, ATS, Signalling, Networks, ICS, CMS, etc., introduced through major projects like the Metro Tunnel Project. The role involves overseeing the transition to operations, managing a high-performing team, implementing standardised systems and processes for maintenance, establishing supplier support agreements, and ensuring the successful delivery of the Annual Works Plan. The candidate will play a crucial role in technical design, integration, documentation review, test and commissioning resourcing and operational system support.
Key Responsibilities
• Develop and implement processes, training, and tools to enhance the technical capabilities of the team and align project-delivered rail side systems with the MTM OCMS Operational Technology operating model.
• Provide leadership to a diverse team responsible for maintaining high availability and critical rail side systems and sub-system technologies, such as Signalling, Train Control, Radio communications, and control software.
• Manage contracted support services, ensuring adherence to SLA/KPIs and performance requirements.
• Collaborate with external technical/electrical maintenance and operations teams to support systems, capabilities, and project needs.
• Participate actively in workshops, planning, design, and integration activities to ensure compliance with Metro’s standards and broader technology strategies.
• Identify, minimise, and manage risks associated with supported systems, implementing effective controls, and driving a continuous improvement culture.
• Foster effective collaboration with various OCMS Functions, ensuring continual Collaborate with external technical/electrical maintenance and operations teams to support systems, capabilities, and project needs.
About You
• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering (Electrical, Telecommunications, Computer Systems,) or equivalent recognised by Engineers Australia.
• Minimum ten years of Systems Engineering or related experience
• Previous experience and knowledge with rail CBTC systems that will support obtaining CBTC competency for Metro Trains.
• Demonstrated ability to build a high performing technical team delivering pathways to formal competency in the rail industry.
• Experience with the delivery and integration of large, safety focussed projects.
• Demonstrated ability to implement appropriate and fit for purpose processes to ensure
systems are monitored and maintained to agreed service levels and standards
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.
Next Steps
If this role resonates with your values, experience, and career needs, then come join us and help connect people and places for a growing Melbourne!
Don’t meet every single requirement?
As an inclusive and diverse workplace, we encourage all applicants to apply.
Metro is committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process for candidates with specific access needs. Candidates who require adjustments are encouraged to declare this in their application, so that the contact person for the position can discuss your needs.
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.
