Depot Train Controller

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your Depot Train Controller (DTC) in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside motivated and energetic teammates and join our Services business and to work on the Sydney Metro Maintenance Project. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business, taking care of Depot Operation and Safety and Depot Management with the primary focus of ensuring that rolling stock and CBTC systems are maintained to the required level of quality within time and budget - 

•  Rolling Stock and CBTC Maintenance Supervision which includes all maintenance works scheduling, fault reporting and communication with Operation Control Centre (OCC), the Management of preventive and corrective maintenance Teams including Rolling Stock, CBTC signalling and all cleaning activities.


•  Depot Operation Management within the Depot Control Centre (DCC) which includes train movements and shunting, train preparation, train wake up and shut down depot and plant maintenance, depot facilities maintenance.


• Safety and Depot Possession Management in accordance with O&M Contractor's Safety Management System and Alstom's own Safety Management System


• The position holder will manage their time as needed to enable the completion of their duties in accordance with specified procedures and regulations. At all times complying with the companies Quality, Health & Safety procedures and Maintenance Schedules.

All about you

We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

Australian recognised Signalling and Telecoms licence.

*   Certificate III in Electrical - Rail Signalling (or equivalent)

*   Certificate III (or equivalent) in Information Technology

*   Certificate III (or equivalent) in Electrical

*   Certificate III (or equivalent) in Electronics and Communications

*   Certificate III (or equivalent) in Rail Network Control

*   Electrical trade qualification.

**Desired Knowledge / Experience**

*   Experience in a maintenance background an advantage but not essential.

*   5 years Operational experience within the Railway Industry in a similar position: CBTC (IXL/DCS/ATC/ATS) or Rolling Stock

*   Previous experience in management of a team of technicians

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 70+ countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

An agile, inclusive and responsible culture is the foundation of our company where diverse people are offered excellent opportunities to grow, learn and advance in their careers. We are committed to encouraging our employees to reach their full potential, while valuing and respecting them as individuals. We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with disability and other minority groups to apply.

We recognise that embracing flexibility & inclusivity is the smarter way of working. Please speak with us about your individual needs or if any workplace adjustments are required. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process please email: [email protected].

For internal applicants, please ensure you confirm your eligibility to apply with your Supervisor and relevant Human Resources representative prior to submitting an application.

As part of the application process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment reference and medical checks, including drug and alcohol testing.