Interface and Possessions Manager - (STS) Brisbane - Office

Location:

(STS) Brisbane - Office

Job ID:

R0052893

Date Posted:

2024-06-06

Company Name:

HITACHI RAIL STS AUSTRALIA PTY LTD

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

Job Description:

Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Interface and Possessions Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in Brisbane, Australia.

Who We Are

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

About the Position

Cross River Rail is a new 10.2km rail line including 5.9km of twin tunnels running under the Brisbane River and CBD that will unlock a bottleneck at the core of the rail network and that will transform the way we travel across the whole of Southeast Queensland.

It will include four new underground stations through the middle of Brisbane, provide a new above-ground station at the RNA Showgrounds, upgrade six stations between Fairfield and Salisbury, deliver three new stations on the Gold Coast and introduce a new world-class signalling system to the wider SEQ rail network.

The Interface & Possessions Manager will be responsible for managing the interfaces between the Alliance and 3rd Parties (engineering, access, handover, readiness interfaces). Building and managing effective relationships across multiple interfaces to achieve optimum performance outcomes. Identifying and managing key risks throughout project works and recommending appropriate solutions.

Key accountabilities include:

• Manage the interfaces between the project and third parties contributing to optimal development and program set up for successful procurement and delivery.

• Provide input into contract development to maximise efficiencies in the delivery and operations of the projects and resolving issues and conflicting requirements in a timely manner.

• Engage with key third party stakeholders effected by project works to understand their needs and concerns, taking measures to maintain effective relationships throughout the project.

• Proactively deliver track access and operational interface elements of projects within timescales during both planning and implementation.

• Attend Possession & Interface meetings to ensure appropriate access is secured.

• Manage the Site Access & Integration team to ensure processes are followed to book/confirm appropriate possessions and site access.

• Contribute to the development of an Interface Management Plan, monitoring and coordinating implementation.

• Provide input and solutions, which allow for minimal third-party impact, whilst maintaining commercially effective project delivery.

• Produce and maintain appropriate, standardized documents and regular reporting to the senior management team.

• Ensure a collaborative approach is maintained across the team (internal & external) to facilitate the planning and delivery of interface works.

Required Skills/Knowledge:

• Minimum of 5 years railway operations experience of which 2 years should include planning/management of engineering work.

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Signalling Systems or Rail Construction and demonstrated equivalent professional experience.

• Extensive experience working in a commercial environment, with a capacity to demonstrate strong commercial acumen and understanding of commercial success drivers.

• Demonstrated experience in successfully leading the development and implementation of the third-party interface agreements for major infrastructure projects.

• Experience with and a sound understanding of the legislation, policy, processes and practices involved in planning for and delivering major projects within a government setting.

• The ability to prioritise workload and achieve objectives.

• A proven record of accomplishment of delivery, with demonstrable ability to form effective working relationships.

• Thorough knowledge of the rulebook, railway operating rules, regulations for train signalling and group standards.

• Good communication skills both written and verbal.

• Proficiency in all Microsoft applications.

At Hitachi Rail, we know that a diverse business is a sustainable business. Working collaboratively with a range of internal networks, we’re continuously improving our policies and products. From accessible, sustainable design to achieving a better gender balance. We base these efforts on our core values: Harmony, Sincerity, and Pioneering spirit. And by aligning with these, we’re able to create a workplace where people not only feel comfortable but are given opportunities to thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

What we offer:

• Be part of a Global Company that offers a great work life balance.

• Many opportunities to progress your career with training and development available.

• Salary Continuance Insurance

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

Join us at www.careers.hitachi.com.

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Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at  https://www.hitachirail.com/careers.

At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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