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Safety Coordinator - NGT

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About this opportunity

The Victorian Government is investing $1.85 billion in 100 Next Generation Trams (NGT) and a new Tram Maintenance and Stabling Facility in Maidstone in Melbourne’s west. Yarra Trams requires a Safety Coordinator to support the introduction of the Next Generation Tram (NGT) on a 12 month fixed term contract. Reporting to the Safety and Accreditation Manager MGT this role involves:

Supporting the development of YT Safety Cases.
Liaising with the broader project team to gather evidence for the YT Safety Cases.
Liaising with the broader project team to close out open items with ONRSR and the Independent Safety Assessor (ISA)
Supporting risk assessments
Managing and updating risk registers
Updating the safety-related items Operational Readiness Requirements (ORR)
Interfacing with document control for preparation of YT Safety Cases
Supporting the Hazard Transfer process

About you

Ideally you will have:

Bachelor (or higher) qualification in Engineering, Health and Safety, Science or a related discipline is mandatory.
A minimum 2 years’ experience in the railways industry (preferably rolling stock, signalling or operational integration for an operator)
Experience and involvement in risk assessments
Experience working in a rolling stock delivery / introduction project
Experience in engineering safety management / safety assurance

Applications close: 17 June 2025

Why Yarra Trams?

At Yarra Trams, we foster a workplace built on respect, celebrate diversity, and embrace inclusivity. Plus, you’ll enjoy the following benefits:

A Free travel pass for Victoria’s Public Transport Network
Competitive salary and great conditions
Professional Development
Career growth opportunities
A commitment to your health and wellbeing including free flu vax, discounted gym membership, and access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Parental leave for primary caregivers

About Yarra Trams

Yarra Trams is proudly operated by Yarra Journey Makers, a joint venture between Transdev Australia and John Holland. We work with the Department of Transport and Planning, alongside its transport agencies and operators to provide a fully integrated, sustainable transport service for the people of Melbourne.

We're all Journey Makers, connecting people and communities across Melbourne. We’re committed to caring for each other, our passengers, and the communities we serve. Our Diversity & Inclusion Strategy is a key pillar and as an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and encourage candidates of all ages, those with disabilities, and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage to apply.

Please note, our selection process includes pre-employment checks, such as a police check and a medical assessment. Yarra Trams employees are required to adhere to Yarra Trams Policies and Procedures such as, but not limited to, Health and Safety Policy, Equal Employment Opportunity & Workplace Bullying Policy, Drug and Alcohol Management Program Policy (including drug and alcohol testing programs).

If you would like further details about an advertised role, or if you require an adjustment in the application process, or any other information in alternate formats please email careers@yarratrams.com.au or call 1800 800 007

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