Head of Level Crossings

Business Unit:
**Maintenance**
- Function:
**Network Devt, Assets & Maintenance (NDA&M)**
- Job Code:
**704871**

**Head of Level Crossing**

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- Lead a critical safety initiative to reduce risks and save lives across the rail network.
- Influence and drive improvements in level crossing safety with diverse stakeholders.
- Be at the forefront of rail safety innovation and gain industry recognition.

V/Line is experiencing significant growth and we’re delivering more services, more trains, cheaper fares, and huge projects. With more than 3700 weekly train and coach services, an expansive freight network and unprecedented rail investment, millions of Victorians depend on us to deliver. You could be one of our 2700 committed team members who are up to the challenge.

Join a dynamic and mission-driven team at V/Line, where your expertise and passion for safety will be valued and rewarded. Contribute to a safer rail network and make a tangible difference in the community.

**About the role**

The Head of Level Crossings at V/Line is a crucial leadership role focused on enhancing the safety and compliance of level crossings across the rail network. This role involves coordinating with multiple groups and stakeholders, including councils and regulatory bodies, to implement effective management plans and drive continuous improvement in level crossing safety.

**Key accountabilities include**:

- Lead a team to provide central leadership for internal and external parties involved in level crossing management.
- Establish a unified framework for level crossing data management.
- Work with V/Line stakeholders to identify and document hazards, constraints, and controls at level crossings.
- Ensure all level crossings have well-consulted, risk-based management plans.
- Oversee the timely completion of actions required under each Level Crossing Management Plan.
- Develop and manage a level crossing investment and improvement program.
- Manage relationships with third parties, including councils, landowners, and regulatory bodies.
- Monitor regulatory developments to ensure ongoing compliance with internal policies and standards.
- Prepare communications for key stakeholders involved in level crossing management.
- Assist in developing training and competency requirements for level crossing maintenance tasks.

**About you**

We are seeking a dynamic leader with a strong commitment to safety and a proven ability to manage complex regulatory environments. This individual will possess excellent coordination and stakeholder management skills, enabling them to effectively lead and influence various internal and external parties. They will have a deep understanding of asset management and be capable of driving continuous improvement in level crossing safety.
- **Enthusiasm and Safety Focus**: Strong interest in safety and enthusiasm for improving level crossing management.
- **Regulatory Understanding**: Good understanding of working in a regulated environment.
- **Influence and Coordination**: Ability to influence and bring together various stakeholders, acting as the primary interface between V/Line and other parties.
- **Process Ownership**:Ownership of the process, ideally with senior management experience.
- **Asset and Stakeholder Management**:Strong skills in asset management and stakeholder management.
- **SME Knowledge**: Advantageous but not mandatory; support available from key people with SME knowledge.
- **Program Understanding**: Understanding of the level crossing program and its importance.
- **Cross-Departmental Work**: Ability to work across the department, V/Line, councils, and stakeholders.
- **Program Implementation**:Ensure understanding and implementation of the level crossing program.
- **Advocacy**: Advocate passionately for level crossing safety and improvements.
- Level 1 Track Safety Awareness.
- Demonstrated alignment to V/Line’s values of responsiveness, integrity, impartiality, accountability, respect, leadership and human rights.

**A full position description will be made available to interviewees.**

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In addition to free Myki travel, we offer:

- **Community impact** - Make a genuine difference. Work in a role that connects Victorians, every day.
- **Huge potential** - We’re transforming, and you can too. Be a change maker, recognised for your contribution and creativity.
- **Dynamic environment** - V/Line operates in a constantly changing space. Join a fast-paced and exciting organisation.
- **Collaborative team** - You’ll be part of a broader supportive team. Surround yourself with talented, passionate peers.
- **Flexible working** - We support flexible working. Work in a way that supports you to thrive in your role.

**How to Apply**

The recruitment and selection process may include a safety and aptitude assessments, behavioural and/or technical interviews and employment references.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment screening including, probity