Rail Operations Coordinator/Signal Controller | Rail

Be a part of sharing special places and shaping lasting memories with Australia’s leading experiential tourism business.

About Us

Our Rail Division, previously known as Great Southern Rail (“GSR”) operates Australia’s iconic rail journeys, The Ghan, Indian Pacific, The Overland and Great Southern.

There are very few global journeys considered national treasures, but our trains are, without question, iconic Australian experiences. From the moment our guests (and potentially you!) step aboard these legendary trains, you can feel it – a spirit of adventure and a sense of something very special about to unfold.

About Journey Beyond

Australia’s leading experiential tourism group, Journey Beyond, is privileged to operate 17 brands spanning the country, connecting guests to the land, and to each other. Headquartered in Adelaide, Journey Beyond formed in 2016 and now comprises tourism brands including: iconic trains The Ghan, Indian Pacific, Great Southern, The Overland; premium small-group outback operator Outback Spirit; eco-luxury lodge Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef; aquatic adventures Cruise Whitsundays, Rottnest Express, The Paspaley Pearl Farm Tour, Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventures, Darwin Harbour Cruises and Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney; our tallest members, Melbourne Skydeck and Eureka 89; the historic Vintage Rail Journeys: The Telegraph Station in Alice Springs and Monarto Safari Resort. 

Joining the Journey Beyond family, you will play an integral role in supporting our business as we continue to share special places and shape lasting memories for our guests.

About The Role

We are seeking a passionate and experienced individual to join the Journey Beyond Rail Operations team based at the Adelaide Parklands Terminal as casual Rail Operations Coordinator/Signal Controller. In this role, you will be responsible for the operation of the Keswick Terminal’s rail signal system and coordinating the safe, efficient shunting and movement of trains within the Adelaide Parklands Terminal operations.

The Rail Operations requirements at the Adelaide Parklands Terminal vary on a daily basis, and the successful applicant can expect their responsible duties to also be varied and include, but not be limited to:

• Manage and operate Adelaide Parklands Terminal yard signalling system.
• Authorise all train movements within Adelaide Parklands Terminal.
• Coordinate the safe shunting of rollingstock and rail movements within the Adelaide Parklands Terminal yard.
• Oversee and coordinate the arrival and departure of all JBRE trains at the Adelaide Parklands Terminal.

About You

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the successful applicant will require awareness and knowledge of Australian Standard Railway Safety Management and Rail National Code of Practice. This casual position will be engaged in duties of both a Signal Controller and Rail Operations Coordinator, covering varied shift times over a 7-day week and as such will need to be flexible with their working availability.

Key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Manage and operate Adelaide Parklands Terminal yard signalling system and authorise all train movements within Adelaide Parklands Terminal.
• Coordinate the shunting of rollingstock and rail movements within the Adelaide Parklands Terminal yard and assist with refuelling of powervan carriages and locomotives.
• Oversee and coordinate the arrival and departure of all JBRE trains at the Adelaide Parklands Terminal.
• Operate JBRE train wash facility.
• Monitor and manage the movements of, and provide rail protection for JBRE Staff, contractors and visitors and within Adelaide Parklands Terminal Platform areas and Yard.
• Authorise contractor and visitor entry within Adelaide Parklands Terminal yard.
• Using computerised train management system, process and issue operational documentation for PN train crews and relevant JBRE personnel.
• Assist with rail operations administrative tasks, yard maintenance and minor repairs to terminal equipment and Infrastructure.

What We Offer

• Generous discounts on Journey Beyond travel and experiences
• An attractive salary
• Study Assistance Policy
• A career with opportunities for progression, transfers, and secondments
• Employee Referral Policy
• Private Health discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts on Journey Beyond merchandise
• Parental Leave Program
• Purchased Leave Policy

How to Apply

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