Network Control Officer

Job Description - Network Control Officer - Rail - Entry Level (265210). The Network Control Officer (NCO) is pivotal to the operation of the UGL Regional Linx CRN and will manage day-to-day movements of Rail Traffic and facilitate network access for maintenance activities on a 24 hour/7 days a week basis. This role is located at the Orange Network Control Centre and may operate from the Network Control Backup facility in Mayfield NSW if required. This position is suitable for entry level candidates and full training will be provided through a formal onsite training school environment (paid).

The NCO is the first point of contact for all Rail Crews and others requiring access to the UGL Regional Linx CRN.

Location: Australia-NSW-Orange region; primary location Blue Mountains & Central West based on business needs.

Company overview: UGL Regional Linx (UGLRL) is a subsidiary focused on regional employment and safe transportation across NSW.

• Operate Network Control equipment to authorise movements and accurately prepare and issue train authorities for train and track work requirements.
• Remain appraised of the location and progress of trains and track work, accurately recording the particulars as required.
• Respond to emergencies and other irregularities, providing timely and accurate reports in the prescribed train control reports.
• Comply with all safe working requirements, codes of practice, procedures and processes.
• Plan anticipated running of all trains and track work, to ensure conflict is avoided.
• Issue instructions to rail crews and staff at line locations, ensuring all events are correctly performed and reported in a timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with train and other notices concerning alterations and additions to signaling, safe working equipment and rolling stock.
• Process Ad-Hoc Train Paths from Operators received within the span of your shift.
• Assist track and other staff in reaching work destinations promptly for the purpose of track work and assist with testing of network control equipment.
• Provide a comprehensive briefing to relieving Network Controllers at the end of each shift to provide a full understanding of train position and any verbal instructions to trains.
• Log all matters which may affect the relief and ensure the relief is familiar with those matters at the end of a shift.
• On commencement of shift, read all entries and other instructions to be familiar with matters affecting the commencing.
• Participate in the review of emergency and operational procedures to ensure cycle of continuous improvement.
• Provide effective technical training to trainee Network Controllers when required, as part of the trainee Network Controller program.
• Perform all duties in accordance with UGL Regional Linx policies, processes, systems and procedures.

• CERT IV in Rail Operations or ability to attain.
• Current Driving License.
• Qualified in safeworking rules and procedures or ability to attain.
• Proven ability to plan, prioritise and coordinate work activities in a dynamic operational environment.

UGL is renowned for providing engineering, construction, and maintenance services across rail and transport, communications and technology systems, oil and gas, power, renewables, water, and defense. We partner with some of the world's largest companies and government agencies.

We embrace diversity in all its forms—backgrounds, ideas, work styles, and perspectives. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we encourage applications from women, individuals with disabilities, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, mature-aged workers, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. Our selection process includes relevant screening checks such as national criminal history and pre-employment medical assessments, including drug and alcohol screening.