Rail Interface Manager

Company description:

DT Infrastructure is a trusted provider of engineering and construction solutions that unlock opportunities for our clients, communities and people. Specialising in Defence, transport and infrastructure, we offer a unique synergy of local expertise in complex projects and the global perspective of our multinational parent company, Gamuda Berhad. Through engineering innovation, collaborative contracting and leading sustainability practices we're unlocking opportunities for a better tomorrow.

Job description:

DT Infrastructure is seeking an experienced Rail Interface Manager to join DT Infrastructure and Alstom in delivering the $1.6B contract for Perth's High Capacity Signalling Project. The project includes the design, supply, installation, testing, commissioning and maintenance of the new Automatic Train Control System to replace the existing signalling and train control systems in Perth.

The Rail Interface Manager is primarily responsible for supporting the Health & Safety Manager in providing project-level leadership and technical assurance for rail safety, safeworking, access and possession planning across the High Capacity Signalling Deployment scope.

• Lead implementation of the Rail Safety Management System and HCS Project Rail Safety Management Plan.
• Oversee rail access, integrated possession calendars, track protection, and overhead isolations with PTA and Arc Infrastructure.
• Facilitate rail safety risk workshops, SWMS reviews, and ensure SFAIRP controls are documented and verified.
• Direct stage-gate and work-readiness reviews, enforcing completion of access, protection, and competency requirements.
• Conduct field audits and risk-based rail safety assurance programs covering site teams and subcontractors.
• Lead rail safety incident investigations, identify root causes, and communicate critical lessons learned.

• Tertiary or diploma qualification in WHS, Rail Safety, Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
• Current Rail Industry Worker (RIW) card with relevant network competencies and medical clearings.
• 7+ years of experience in rail safety, safeworking, access planning, or rail construction leadership.
• Demonstrated experience in live, brownfield, or electrified rail environments managing possession windows.
• Strong working knowledge of Rail Safety National Law (WA), PTA/Arc Infrastructure safeworking rules, and eTAS access systems.
• Proven leadership capabilities to manage direct reports (Protection Officers) and build strong stakeholder relationships.
• Current or previous PTA PO3/PPO accreditation and lead auditor/investigation training highly regarded.

• Competitive pay that reflects your contribution: We reward performance and impact, with our remuneration benchmarked to market.
• Purpose-driven careers in infrastructure: As we grow our presence in the renewable energy sector, DTI is also continuing to cement its position as a delivery partner of choice across rail, roads and Defence infrastructure projects. Our teams benefit from the variety of opportunities, applying their skills and experience across multiple sectors.
• Fostering your development: We've developed a culture where continuous learning is front and centre of everything we do. Fostering the growth and development of our people is key to our success and ensuring that we are preparing the next generation of leaders is a core focus for our business.
• Parental leave designed for the reality of family life: Our industry leading parental leave policies are centred on flexibility to support modern family life, because at DTI, little families are a part of our one big family.
• Flexibility that works for you and for us: We acknowledge that everyone's needs are different in striking the right work-life integration. Whether it's hybrid working, adjusted hours, job sharing or balancing family commitments, we'll work together to make it work.

DT Infrastructure is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that champions opportunity and respect. Our focus on inclusivity is active and ongoing. Women, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and former members of the Australian Defence Force are encouraged to apply.

How to apply

Apply today and become part of the DTI team. Please submit your updated CV online to be considered for this role. If you have any questions or issues submitting your application, please reach out to *******@dtinfrastructure.com.au.

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