Rail Operations Manager
Vor 6 Tagen
Rail Operations Manager - Heritage Railway # Position: Rail Operations Manager - Heritage Railway About the Don River Railway The Don River Railway (DRR), operated by The Van Diemen Light Railway Society Inc., is a beloved heritage railway and a premier tourist attraction in Tasmania, dedicated to recreating living railway history. Safe, efficient, and compliant rail operations are the core of our public offering. This critical function ensures the smooth movement of our historic trains and the safety of our visitors and volunteers, all under the strict oversight of the Office of the National Rail Safety Regulator (ONRSR). The Opportunity We are seeking a highly experienced and dedicated individual to volunteer as our Rail Operations Manager. This is a pivotal, safety-critical leadership role, requiring significant commitment to oversee all aspects of DRR's rail operations. You will be responsible for managing train movements, rostering and overseeing train crews, ensuring strict adherence to the DRR Rulebook and Safety Management System, and maintaining regulatory compliance. If you possess strong leadership, extensive rail operational experience, and an unwavering commitment to safety, this is an unparalleled opportunity to make a profound impact on a living heritage railway. Extensive rail operations experience and relevant qualifications are HIGHLY desired. Key Responsibilities & Duties Oversee and manage all aspects of daily rail operations, including train movements, scheduling, and incident response. Manage, roster, and provide oversight for train crews (Locomotive Drivers, Train Guards), ensuring their competency and compliance. Ensure strict adherence to the DRR Rulebook, Safety Management System (SMS), and all relevant rail safety legislation and regulations (ONRSR). Conduct operational briefings and debriefings, fostering a strong safety culture among crews. Collaborate closely with the Workshop Manager on rollingstock readiness and the Permanent Way team on track integrity. Utilise the Heritage Operations Processing System (HOPS) for operational data management and record-keeping. Assist with the development and review of operational policies and procedures. Contribute to a positive, safe, and professional operational environment. Anticipated Impact & Why Volunteer with Us Directly ensure operational safety: Your leadership is paramount for the safety of our trains, volunteers, and thousands of visitors. Drive operational excellence: Implement best practices to ensure efficient, reliable, and compliant train movements. Lead a vital team: Guide and mentor our train crews, fostering their development and ensuring high standards. Preserve living history: Play a central role in delivering the authentic heritage railway experience for the public. Influence strategic growth: Your expertise will be crucial in supporting DRR's expansion plans, including preparing for mainline operations. Category Museums & Heritage Commitment Regular - less than 6 months Type Of Work Education & Training, Governance, Boards & Committees, Safety & Emergency Services Time Required Significant commitment required, ideally 3-5 days per week. Flexible scheduling. Training Mandatory induction. Comprehensive orientation to DRR Rulebook, SMS, and HOPS. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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