Melbourne is Australia’s fastest growing city, and public transport is vital to keeping it moving. Since 2009, Metro has proudly operated and maintained a world-class train service and delivered major transport projects that shape the future of our city. Guided by our value of Safely Always, we are one team dedicated to ensuring everyone gets home safely while helping to connect and create a better Melbourne.
Metro Trains Melbourne is seeking an experienced Production Manager to join our Signals Infrastructure team.
Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will lead the safe, reliable and efficient delivery of routine and reactive signalling maintenance. With a strong focus on people leadership and operational performance, you will build team capability, improve work practices and ensure resources are effectively managed to deliver critical maintenance outcomes.
About the Role
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Lead, coach and develop a high-performing maintenance team.
- Drive safety, accountability and operational performance.
- Coordinate maintenance activities, resources, equipment and contractors.
- Identify and implement improvements to work practices and productivity.
- Lead continuous improvement and Lean practices across the team.
- Ensure compliance with safety, quality and operational requirements.
- Support emergency response and critical service restoration when required.
About You
You are an experienced operational leader who knows how to get the best from people while maintaining a strong focus on safety and delivery.
You will bring:
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Willingness and ability to work Permanent Night Shift roster
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Extensive experience leading and supervising teams.
- Experience in rail, maintenance or a similar safety-critical environment.
- Strong knowledge of workplace health and safety requirements and safe working practices.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Demonstrated ability to lead change and improve team performance.
- Strong problem-solving, planning and decision-making capability.
- Flexibility to respond to operational emergencies and participate in on-call requirements.
Rail infrastructure, frontline management or engineering qualifications will be highly regarded.
Why Work at Metro?
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Work for a multi-award-winning rail operator with rewarding career opportunities and the support and training to take your career to the next level.
- Be part of an inclusive, diverse and supportive workplace.
- All eligible Metro employees receive a free Myki Pass, allowing free public transport travel across Victoria.
- Access a wide range of corporate discounts, including healthcare, fitness, finance and more.
- Join a team making a real difference to Melbourne's rail network and the communities we serve.
Next Steps
If this role resonates with your values, experience, and career growth, then please apply.
Applications close on 19th July at 11:59pm.
Please note that shortlisting may commence prior to ad closure date.
Metro’s commitment to an inclusive workforce
At Metro, we move Melbourne and we’re powered by our people. We’re committed to building a workforce that reflects our diverse communities and celebrates the unique perspectives each person brings. Inclusion, respect and opportunity shape how we work and we invite you to join us in creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.
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.
