Title:  Rail Supervisor

About John Holland

At John Holland, our purpose is simple – we transform lives with everything we do.

We’ve always known that infrastructure is about people — our customers, our employees, and the communities in which we work every day.

That’s our difference. Deep experience and capability with a genuine care about creating better lives for people along the way.

Be part of the team that’s up for the challenge of transforming lives for good.

About the Project

Our team will continue to deliver vital track maintenance and construction services for the Public Transport Authority on the Perth Greater Metropolitan Area’s urban rail network.

Our team has remained PTA’s contractor of choice for 26 years with the current contract running until 2032.

The rail maintenance contract includes routine maintenance, fault correction, upgrades and construction of track infrastructure.

About the Role

We are currently looking for a Track Supervisor to work on our rail contract based at our Claisebrook Depot, East Perth, WA. 

The role will be to lead and coordinate an internal team to achieve positive outcomes across maintenance and construction projects. 

The role will pre-dominantly be nightshift hours (nightshift loading provided) however dayshift will be required from time to time as well as weekend shutdown works.

Responsibilities of the role include;

• Supervising and coordinating the work of rail maintenance and construction teams
• Ensuring compliance with safety regulations and procedures.
• Monitoring project progress, identifying any issues, and implementing corrective actions.
• Collaborating with other project stakeholders, the internal team and contractors
• Conducting regular inspections to assess the quality and progress of the work.
• Managing resources, including equipment, plant and materials, to meet project requirements
• Review fortnightly construction program
• Adhering to project timelines and budget constraints.

About You

• Strong leadership skills: As a Rail Supervisor, you will be responsible for supervising and coordinating the work of teams. Strong leadership skills, including the ability to motivate and inspire others, delegate tasks effectively, and provide guidance, are crucial.
• Excellent communication skills: Effective communication is essential when collaborating with project stakeholders, including engineers, contractors, and team members. Clear and concise communication helps ensure that everyone is on the same page and can contribute to the successful completion of the project.
• Problem-solving abilities: Construction projects often encounter challenges and unforeseen issues. Being able to think critically and find solutions to problems in a timely manner is important as a Rail Supervisor. This includes being proactive in identifying potential issues and implementing corrective actions.
• Attention to detail: As a Rail Supervisor, you will be responsible for monitoring project progress and ensuring compliance with safety regulations and procedures. Having strong attention to detail helps in identifying any potential issues or deviations from project requirements.
• Time management and organizational skills: Construction projects often have strict timelines and budgets. Being able to effectively manage your time, prioritize tasks, and stay organized is crucial to meet project deadlines and stay within budget constraints.
• Adaptability and flexibility: Construction projects can be dynamic and unpredictable. Being adaptable and flexible in dealing with changes, adjusting plans, and managing resources accordingly is important for success in this role.
• Technical knowledge and expertise: While not explicitly mentioned in the provided information, having a solid understanding of rail construction and maintenance processes, as well as relevant technical knowledge, can be advantageous in effectively supervising and providing guidance to the rail team.

As part of the team, you can help us transform lives.

Your success is reflected in ours, so we’re committed to being an employer of choice. We pride ourselves on having a diverse and inclusive workplace, as we understand that different perspectives and ideas are critical to our long-term success.

We want you to be with us for the long term, so providing you with rich career experiences and ongoing development is our priority.

What's in it for you

We’re about connecting your sense of purpose to ours. We understand that your career is one of the biggest ways to have an impact on the world. We also believe in supporting you as a whole person, not just an employee.

We reward and support our people in so many ways. This starts with being flexible about how different people like to work. From generous leave policies to wellbeing and relationship support, your needs sit at the heart of our employee benefits.

We offer:

Competitive remuneration with salary continuance, and salary sacrifice options.

Great leave benefits including 18 weeks paid parental leave with super and up to an extra 18 weeks of super paid on further periods of unpaid parental leave, multicultural leave exchange and two extra days to prioritise your wellbeing.

Career progression underpinned by our exciting pipeline of work means you’ll have the opportunity to work on iconic projects that are shaping cities and communities.

Learning and development opportunities where you’ll have access to emerging talent programs, building your career through clear career pathways, plus technical and leadership training and development opportunities.

Inclusion, diversity and equity is part of how we work. We want everyone at John Holland to feel that they belong – that’s why we’re working hard every day to foster a more inclusive culture, backed by a business-wide inclusion strategy to bring about meaningful change. We’ve also got active employee resource groups that support our commitments including those around gender equality and reconciliation.

Flexible working that works for you as we know flexibility means different things to different people. Whether it’s flexi-hours, flexi-parenting, flexi-leave, flexi-shifts or flexi-work, we’re committed to helping our people work flexibly.