Rail Safety and Accreditation Manager

3 days ago

Melbourne, Australia RATP Dev Full time

**About Us**:
RATP Dev Australia is a proud subsidiary of RATP Dev and part of the RATP Group, a global leader in public transport. With operations spanning 16 countries and over more than 100 subsidiaries, we design, operate, and maintain urban and interurban transport networks that move millions of people every day. From automated metros to buses and trams, our expertise ensures seamless, reliable and sustainable mobility.

We are currently seeking a** Rail Safety and Accreditation Manager** to join our Melbourne team

**About the Role**:
We are seeking a Rail Safety, Assurance & Accreditation Manager to establish and guide a team responsible for ensuring full compliance with national rail safety legislation and supporting the successful accreditation of a new rail operation. Your day to day may include:

- Overseeing the development of an accreditation strategy to support safe and controlled railway operations.
- Developing and maintaining the Operations and Maintenance Hazard Log and Risk Register, ensuring risks are mitigated to acceptable levels.
- Leading the development of the Safety Management System (SMS) to support all stages of the accreditation process.
- Securing and maintaining rail safety accreditation as a Rail Infrastructure Manager (RIM) and Rolling Stock Operator (RSO).
- Ensuring audits of systems and safe rail working practices are conducted during construction, operations, and maintenance.
- Providing training and leadership in rail safety and accreditation across project teams.
- Ensuring compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, and organisational requirements.
- Managing rail safety requirements and relationships with regulators and partners throughout delivery and operations.
- Implementing continuous monitoring and improvement plans in line with the Rail Safety National Law (RSNL).
- Driving improvements in the Integrated Management System (IMS) and Safety Management System (SMS) to reduce rail-related risks.
- Ensuring all rail safety risks are managed so far as is reasonably practicable (SFAIRP).

**About You**:

- Tertiary qualifications in either transport operations, related engineering disciplines, or management
- Proven experience (10 to 15 years) in Australian safety and accreditation railway projects
- Sound knowledge of Rail Safety National Law, Health & Safety Act 2004. Environmental Legislative requirements and any other legislation applicable in Victoria
- Certification or training in safety, risk management, investigations, environmental management
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
- The ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders

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