Senior Training Lead - Rail Safety

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. 

About The Role

Our Metro Academy (RTO) are currently looking for a dynamic Senior Training Lead - Rail Safety to assist with leading and managing a team of Trainers to deliver a suite of engaging, thorough and compliant Rail Safety programs for Metro and external parties. In addition, partnering with Metro and industry stakeholders to define training needs required to meet Rail Safety standards as well as other initiatives in consultation with the Rail Safety Training Manager.

This is a permanent full-time opportunity predominantly based at our Metro Academy Training Facilities in South Kensington and Newport, however may require travel between various operational locations on the Melbourne Metro network.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Lead, coach, train and guide the Trainers to deliver quality and excellence in the delivery of learning design, training and student management while ensuring the team responds well to changing business and/or industry needs
• Ensure all programs meet the requirements of our regulated environment and adhere to all legislative requirements including ASQA and ONRSR
• Conduct work in accordance with the VET Quality Framework (VQF)
• Build strong, credible relationships with senior leaders, Metro Academy employees, students and Rail Safety stakeholders, operating as a trusted adviser and subject matter expert
• Deliver and oversee the use of high-quality training and assessment materials that provide the best balance between student needs and compliance requirements
• Foster relationships and manage external programs such as MSTEP and the MTM external safeworking providers
• Proactively identify opportunities for the improvement in training content and methodologies

About You

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment TAE40116 or TAE40122 (TAE40110 with willingness to upgrade to TAE40122) is preferred
• Able to multitask and have high attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience and qualifications in Safeworking (in the Rail industry) preferably as a Track Force Protection Co-Ordinator
• Relevant industry, education and training experience including the ability to facilitate training to large groups
• Demonstrated knowledge of VQF standards and the VET sector

• Strong leadership experience and ability to influence others to get a desired outcome for all parties
• Project management skills and/or qualifications would be advantageous.

Why work for Metro?

• Attractive Remuneration: Great salary package plus laptop & mobile phone
• Career Progression: Career development support and opportunities to learn new skills within a multi-disciplinary environment
• Vibrant and Ambitious Team: A collaborative team of passionate people who are dedicated to delivering projects that improve the safety and reliability of Melbourne's rail network
• Permanent Opportunity: Our ongoing involvement in the exciting pipeline of major rail projects
• Benefits: Free Myki travel across Victoria and other great corporate discounts
• Work-Life Balance and Hybrid Working: We encourage flexibility and wellbeing; you will manage your own schedule and we will support you to thrive in your role. MTM supports flexible working arrangements.

This is a fantastic and dynamic opportunity to build on the career you have developed to date and be part of the legacy that ‘connects people and places for a growing Melbourne'.

How to Apply

If this role resonates with your values, experience, and career growth, then please apply before 14th April 2024 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.

Please note: Applications will be reviewed upon submission

Next Steps

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.

The recruitment and selection process for this position might require shortlisted applicants to undertake Psychometric Assessment, Pre-Employment Health Assessment and background checks that might also include Criminal History and Credit Checks.

Metro acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land on which the Victorian 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 where individuals can bring their whole selves to work and be recognised and rewarded for their contribution to collective and sustainable success.

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