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Signaller
- Kilmore East
- Permanent Part time (20+ hours)
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
As a Signaller, you will coordinate safe and efficient train movements within a designated control area using signalling systems and operating procedures.
You will play a critical role in maintaining safe railway operations while supporting high levels of service performance.
Key accountabilities include:
- Managing train movements via signal control systems and field equipment
- Ensuring safe, reliable service delivery for passengers and network users
- Adhering to all operational rules, procedures, and safety requirements
- Supporting a safe working environment for staff, customers, and visitors
- Undertaking customer service tasks where required (location dependent)
Signalling & Safe Working
- Operate signal control systems to manage train movements safely and efficiently
- Liaise with Train Control, neighbouring networks, and maintenance teams to ensure safe operations
- Apply safeworking protections and adhere to rules, procedures, and local instructions
- Manage fault reporting, safety compliance, and maintain a safe working environment
Security & Station Management
- Maintain security of the signal control centre and station facilities
- Open, close, and present stations in line with operational standards
- Provide accurate service information via PA systems and displays
- Coordinate coach services during disruptions and special events
Customer & Community
- Deliver customer-focused outcomes and resolve issues promptly
- Identify and implement improvements to the customer experience
- General Ticket sales / station presentation
Location & Travel Considerations
Based at Kilmore East, this part-time role offers 20+ hours per week, with weekday shifts typically between 12:00–16:30pm (Monday to Friday).
The role also requires flexibility to cover additional hours, including supporting leave coverage for full-time Signallers across Wallan and Seymour in extended shifts as required.
About you
You will play a key role in coordinating safe and efficient train movements, while supporting operational needs across the network.
Our ideal candidate will possess the following:
- Current, full Victorian driver’s licence
- Individuals are required to live within 1 hour / 80Kms radius of the office location
- Ability to work consistent four-hour weekday shifts commencing from midday
- Ability to meet the requirements of a part-time position (20 hours per week) with flexibility to support business needs with overtime as required.
- Flexible and able to undertake work-related travel across locations, including Wallan and Seymour
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.
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
[email protected] 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.
This position will be paid in line with the V/Line Rail Operations and Administration Employees Agreement 2023
The selection process may include aptitude assessments, a behavioural interview and a medical risk category 1 check.
Applications close: Thursday 9th July 2026
