Title:  Rolling Stock Engineer

About John Holland

At John Holland, our purpose is simple – we transform lives with everything we do.

We’ve always known that infrastructure is about people — our customers, our employees, and the communities in which we work every day.

That’s our difference. Deep experience and capability with a genuine care about creating better lives for people along the way.

Be part of the team that’s up for the challenge of transforming lives for good.

Project Description

John Holland is progressing the development of Stage 1A of the multi-stage Beveridge Intermodal Freight Terminal (BIFT) project, a pivotal development set to transform the logistics landscape in Victoria, Australia. This initial phase marks the beginning of a journey towards creating a state-of-the-art facility that will streamline the movement of goods across the nation and beyond.

Strategically located to harness the full potential of its proximity to key transport links, BIFT is poised to deliver unparalleled efficiencies in the distribution of freight. With the latest advancements in logistics technology at its core, Stage 1A lays the groundwork for a hub of innovation, ensuring that cargo is moved with unprecedented speed and precision.

With John Holland's proven track record and meticulous approach, Stage 1A of the BIFT project is a testament to the company's dedication to excellence. As the project progresses, each subsequent stage will build upon the last, culminating in a world-class intermodal freight terminal that will serve as a cornerstone for Australia's future in global trade.

Responsibilities of the role include / What you will do;

• Develop detailed understanding of local rail network rolling stock standards and registration processes.
• Assess compliance of rolling stock with technical specifications, applicable legislation, approvals, and relevant standards and JHG risk management process.
• Ensure Plant design specifications, modifications and configuration changes are managed and are subject to Modification Management Change (MMC), Notification of Change (NoC to ONRSR – Regulator) & validation and approval of change.
• Conduct & maintain the records of assessment activities including certification status and any qualifications, following up on matters including compliance and reassessment.
• Develop specifications and undertake minor design; monitor and recommend changes to design details to increase productivity and/or safety.
• Manage implementation of assigned technical modifications, commissioning and engineering documentation for plant and equipment.
• Analyse and use document and record management systems and project performance and compliance reporting.
• Exercise professional judgement in developing & resolving engineering issues, ie. methods, design, engineering procedures, etc.
• Apply a risk-based approach to plant design & control in accordance with relevant Legislation/Regulators, Codes of Practise, Australian Standards, technical and engineering standards.
• Apply the John Holland Rolling Stock acceptance process for owned and 3rd party Rail Plant as detailed in the IMS procedures.
• Compliance and defect investigation & reporting.
• Undertake quantitative and qualitative safety, risk assessment contributing to the decision process regarding the suitability of rolling-stock and other on track plant and equipment.
• Demonstrate people management skills by being able to manage work and performance to achieve desired outcomes.
• Perform all duties in accordance with John Holland policies, processes, systems, reporting and procedures.

To be successful in this key role, you must have / What we are looking for;

Qualifications 

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics).
Eligible for Professional Engineer Membership grade.
Project Management in Engineering, Science, Building, Construction or equivalent.
Meet eligibility requirements for Chartered Engineering Status.

Experience 

Relevant work experience demonstrating capacity to effectively contribute to team objectives within a corporate framework.
Advanced oral and written communication skills.
Project Engineer with Rail, Defence, Construction or Mining maintenance experience
Demonstrated Tier 1 engineering experience on-site based with an established understanding of rolling stock.
Established approach to engineering and risk.
Appreciation of rail safety and technical requirements, governance and risks impacting the performance of various rolling-stock within different rail systems.
Project wide level planning, development, and review of complex projects.
Written, verbal and presentation skills eg. facilitating meetings, preparing concise reports of activities and findings.
Delivery of minor projects to program and budget specifications.
Effective time management skills including sequencing of work of own and resource management.
Advanced skills in relevant computer software packages, Microsoft Suite. 

What’s in it for you

We’re about connecting your sense of purpose to ours. We understand that your career is one of the biggest ways to have an impact on the world. We also believe in supporting you as a whole person, not just an employee.

We reward and support our people in so many ways. This starts with being flexible about how different people like to work. From generous leave policies to wellbeing and relationship support, your needs sit at the heart of our employee benefits.

As part of the team, you help us deliver on our promise to transform lives.

Your success is reflected in ours, so we’re committed to being an employer of choice. We pride ourselves on having a diverse and inclusive workplace, as different perspectives and ideas will deliver our long-term success.

We’ll do all we can to help you develop your skills, and make a difference, right from the start. We have a flexible workplace and focus on all aspects of your physical and mental health and safety. We want you to be with us for the long-term, so providing you with rich career experiences and ongoing development is our priority.

We Offer:

Competitive remuneration with salary continuance, and salary sacrifice packaging options available.

Great leave benefits including 18 weeks paid parental leave with superannuation and up to an extra 18 weeks of superannuation paid on further periods of unpaid parental leave, multicultural leave exchange and two additional John Holland Days to prioritise health and wellbeing.

Career progression underpinned by our exciting pipeline of work means you'll have the opportunity to work on iconic projects that are shaping cities and communities.

Learning and development opportunities where you'll have access to emerging talent programs, building your career through clear career pathways, and technical and leadership training and development opportunities.

Inclusion and diversity is part of how we work and do what we do at John Holland. Our active commitment to being an employer of choice is evident in the delivery of our Gender Equality Strategic Plan supported by our Pride, Celebrate Women, RAP and Grow networks.

Flexible working that works for you as we know flexibility means different things to different people. Whether it's flexi-hours, flexi-parenting, flexi-leave, flexi-shifts, flexi-work, we're committed to helping our people work flexibly.