Senior Infrastructure Specialist – Signalling

Senior Infrastructure Specialist – Signalling Hybrid (office/site/home) working arrangements, based at 452 Flinders Street, close to PT. Base salary starting at $127,142 + Super and commensurate with experience. 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 3,700 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 3,100 committed team members who are up to the challenge. About the role As the Senior Rail Infrastructure Specialist – Signalling , you will play a critical role in ensuring the safe and reliable operation of V/Line’s signalling infrastructure. Reporting directly to the Maintenance Engineering Manager and acting as a subject matter expert, you will provide technical leadership and guidance to frontline teams, ensuring maintenance standards are upheld and continuous improvement initiatives are implemented. Key responsibilities Provide technical leadership for complex fault diagnosis, troubleshooting and repair of in-service signalling equipment. Lead investigations into asset failures, analyse performance data and develop proactive improvement plans to enhance network reliability. Mentor and coach signalling supervisors and technicians, building technical capability and fostering a culture of excellence. Contribute to planning by developing accurate technical scopes, budget estimates and project requirements for annual and multi-year works programmes. Review and maintain documentation including procedures, work instructions and maintenance manuals to ensure compliance with engineering standards. Manage incident and investigation reports to ensure safety and operational integrity. Oversee commissioning and acceptance testing of new or renewed signalling assets, ensuring seamless integration into active service. Monitor inspection outcomes and act on emerging issues to maintain asset performance and safety. About you Our ideal candidate will have: Essential qualifications and technical expertise Diploma of Railway Signalling or Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical, Electronic or Computer Systems). Extensive experience in railway signalling design, installation and maintenance, ideally in a senior operational role. Expert knowledge of signalling systems (e.g., relay logic, track circuits, point machines, level crossings, computer‑based interlocking and train control systems) and advanced fault diagnosis skills. Strong knowledge of Victorian railway operations, signalling standards and maintenance practices. Current Level 3 Track Force Protection Coordinator certification (or willingness to obtain). Key attributes Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a proactive approach to continuous improvement and root cause analysis. The ability to mentor, coach and influence technical teams, fostering a culture of capability building. Demonstrated ability to foster collaboration across multiple stakeholders and effectively communicate complex technical concepts. Why V/Line Community impact – make a genuine difference by connecting Victorians every day. Huge potential – be part of a transformation and help shape the future of rail. Dynamic environment – work in a fast‑paced, evolving organisation. Collaborative team – join a supportive and passionate group of professionals. Flexible working – hybrid arrangements to support work‑life balance. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion V/Line is an equal‑opportunity employer. We accept and value the contributions of all our employees regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, age or disability. We are proud to be endorsed by Work 180 as a great place for women to work and encourage applications from First Peoples. Health, Safety and Wellbeing At V/Line, safety is our priority. Successful applicants will undergo relevant pre‑employment and medical checks to meet our safeworking standards. Contact and application Applications close: Friday, 9th January 2026. For accessibility support, please contact Talent at *************@vline.com.au or call 1800 800 007. #J-18808-Ljbffr