Senior Project Engineer (Development) – Track and Civil

Overview

V/Line’s purpose is to connect Victorians through safe, reliable, and accessible transport. We believe in giving all Victorians opportunities through travel and transport – connecting them to jobs, education, family and friends, services, tourism and trade. V/Line is experiencing significant growth and we’re delivering more services, more trains, cheaper fares, and huge projects. With more than 3700 weekly train and coach services, an expansive freight network and unprecedented rail investment, millions of Victorians depend on us to deliver. You could be one of our 3100 committed team members who are up to the challenge.

About The Role

The Senior Project Engineer (Development) – Track and Civil

plays a key role in overseeing the development phases of Track and Civil projects within V/Line’s Major Periodic Maintenance (MPM) Program. This position ensures projects are planned and delivered in line with V/Line’s Design Management Procedure and MPM Framework, contributing to the safe and efficient operation of the rail network.

Provide engineering and project management support for planning and development within the MPM Program.

Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance and develop cost-effective solutions.

Conduct site investigations and coordinate assessments to support project development.

Offer technical advice and guidance to project managers and team members.

Ensure design works align with V/Line’s procedures and facilitate Safety in Design (SiD) workshops.

Prepare and manage project documentation, including Change Requests and approvals.

Work closely with Asset Planning Engineers and contribute to lessons learned workshops.

About You

You are an experienced professional with a strong background in rail infrastructure projects and a passion for delivering safe, efficient solutions. You thrive in dynamic environments, adapt quickly to change, and enjoy collaborating with diverse teams to achieve shared goals.

Engineering expertise: A tertiary qualification in Engineering, with knowledge of railway track maintenance, renewal, and civil design.

Project Management skills: Ability to apply project and program management principles effectively.

Stakeholder engagement: Experience working with multiple stakeholders in complex environments, including government agencies.

Technical proficiency: Familiarity with railway project design and delivery, estimating and costing, and Safety in Design (SiD) processes.

Regulatory knowledge: Understanding of compliance requirements, including environmental and heritage approvals.

Collaboration and independence: Comfortable working autonomously while contributing to team objectives.

Adaptability and problem-solving: Ability to respond to changing priorities and develop innovative solutions.

Safety and risk management: Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment through proactive risk management.

Alignment with V/Line’s values: responsiveness, integrity, impartiality, accountability, respect, leadership, and human rights.

Qualifications Tertiary qualification in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Railway, or related discipline).

A valid Driver’s Licence.

If your skills or experience don’t exactly match our listed requirements, we still encourage you to apply. We value diverse perspectives and believe in the potential for growth and development.

Salary for this position is commensurate to the successful candidate’s aligned skills and experience to the position.

Why V/Line

In addition to free myki travel, we offer:

Community impact – Make a genuine difference. Work in a role that connects Victorians, every day.

Huge potential – We’re transforming, and you can too. Be a change maker, recognised for your contribution and creativity.

Dynamic environment – V/Line operates in a constantly changing space. Join a fast-paced and exciting organisation.

Collaborative team – You’ll be part of a broader supportive team. Surround yourself with talented, passionate peers.

Flexible working – We support flexible working. Work in a way that supports you to thrive in your role.

We are committed to ensuring a comfortable and accessible recruitment experience. If you need any adjustments or have specific accessibility requirements at any stage of the process, please contact our Talent team at TalentSupport@vline.com.au or 1800 800 007 for confidential support.

As an equal opportunity employer, V/Line is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace and network that reflects the communities we serve. We accept and value the contributions of all our employees regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, age or disability. We are also proud to be endorsed by Work 180 as a great place for women to work, second year in a row.

V/Line are proud to be a part of the Department of Transport & Planning's

Yani Bangal Transport and Planning Portfolio First Peoples Careers Strategy 2023-2028 . We take this opportunity to welcome and encourage applications from First Peoples.

At V/Line, safety is our priority. Successful applicants will undergo relevant pre-employment and medical checks to meet our safe working standards. V/Line is also a proud Child Safe employer.

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