Traction Power Commissioning Engineer - [Archived Advertisement]

Traction Power Commissioning Engineer

Company description:

Queensland Rail's purpose is to provide a customer-focused, safe, reliable, on-time, value for money rail service that benefits the community, supports industry and is integrated with the public transport system. The organisation's vision is connecting communities through a modern, world-class rail service.

Job description:

We currently have a permanent full-time opportunity for a Traction Power Commissioning Engineer to join our Traction Power Operational Engineering team in Brisbane.

This role will plan, coordinate and manage Overhead Line Equipment (OHLE) construction and maintenance works including inspections and audits.

What's in it for you!

• Flexible working from home arrangements 50/50 depending on work requirements.
• Free rail travel to and from work.
• Work on Cross River Rail, three new Gold Coast line stations, as well as $2.6 billion Gold Coast Faster Rail Project- track Duplication

Key responsibilities will include:

• Perform inspections of overhead lines equipment to ensure compliance with safety and completeness of the specified works as per in line with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Monitor and report on quality assurance procedures and perform audits and initiate corrective action to achieve the specified quality in the completed works.
• Identify and report risks and issues associated with safety, environment, quality, and progress of works. Initiate and maintain on-site liaison and relationships with internal business areas and various other authorities that are involved with the contract works
• Maintain records of all contract works including weekly reporting, quality assurance documentation and specific technical records
• Provide technical and on-call support for the reliable operation of the traction network, including electrical safety advice and safety clarification advice to assist with project access and planning.

We are seeking interest from people who have:

• Knowledge of traction systems, equipment, construction and testing standards
• Sound knowledge of traction safe working principles, practices and procedures, including testing, commissioning practices and procedures and traction alteration design.
• Skill in interpreting and extracting data from OH engineering drawings and specifications
• Knowledge of overhead line equipment standards and practices.
• Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical

Annual base salary range of $99,193 - $105,694 + Superannuation and access to QR's employee benefits

Position Description

Please apply to Traction Power Commissioning Engineer (5834) via our website by clicking onto the "Apply" button by 11:59pm (GMT+10:00 Brisbane) 24th of October 2023.

The recruitment and selection process for this position might require shortlisted applicants to undertake psychometric assessment, health assessment and background checks that might also include criminal history and credit checks.

Supporting a Diverse Workforce

Queensland Rail is committed to a diverse workforce that is reflective of the customers and communities we serve.
We are inclusive, collaborative, respectful, and value our differences. We are 1TEAM, where everyone belongs.
If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please contact Liam McKeown via email below.

To learn more about this Queensland Rail career opportunity please contact Liam McKeown with your specific enquiry via email qrcareers@qr.com.au. Please do not email your application. We can only accept applications received via our website.