Competency Specialist

Business Unit:
**Learning and Capability**
- Function:
**Corporate Affairs**
- Job Code:
**700944**

**Competency Specialist - Signalling & Communications**
- Permanent Full-Time Position
- Career Growth & Development Opportunities
- Attractive Salary + Free myki Travel
- V/Line’s purpose is to connect Victorians through safe, reliable, and accessible transport. We believe in giving all Victorians opportunities through travel and transport - connecting them to jobs, education, family and friends, services, tourism and trade._
- 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 3100 committed team members who are up to the challenge._

**About the role**

Competency Specialist - Signals & Communications, you are integral to the success of V/lines Corporate Affairs Group.

This role will work with the Senior Competency Specialist to manage the competency and licencing of internal Signals & Communications staff.

The primary purpose of this role is to provide ongoing training and support to new and existing employees. This will include developing and maintaining internal training material in accordance with V/Line and Industry Standards.

Additionally, in this role you will also:
**Training Delivery**
- Conduct V/Line S&C Induction.
- Deliver internal training for various certifications (e.g., Certificate IV Electrical Railway Signalling)
- Provide mentoring and support to apprentices and trainees.
- Provide ongoing training and support for staff progression.

**Assessment**
- Conduct workplace training and assessments.
- Develop and deliver training programs.
- Maintain competency evaluation checklists and records.

**Compliance**
- Support in arranging external training.
- Maintain training and assessment records.
- Ensure external licenses and qualifications remain current.

**Industry Representation**
- Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the signalling network within V/Line
- Engage with the education community through career fairs, school visits, etc

**Site visits & the requirement to travel**

This role requires travel to sites throughout regional Victoria. It’s a great way to get out to the regions and see our beautiful State

**About you**

You are a Signal Technician with a broad understanding of signalling equipment and technology and keep up to date on advancements within the industry. You are passionate about the rail industry and have demonstrated experience within the Signalling and Communications portfolio.
- Certificate IV Rail Signalling (Essential)
- Certificate IV TAE and Diploma Rail Signalling (Desirable)
- 5 - 10 years as a qualified Signal Technician
- Experienced in a broad range of signalling equipment.
- Experience with Coaching/Mentoring
- Proven technical and analytical skills.
- Demonstrated alignment with V/Line’s values of responsiveness, integrity, impartiality, accountability, respect, leadership and human rights.

If your skills or experience don’t exactly match our listed requirements, we still encourage you to apply. We value diverse perspectives and believe in the potential for growth and development.

**Why V/Line**

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 are 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 will 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.

As an equal opportunity employer, V/Line is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace and network that reflects the communities we serve. We accept and value the contributions of all our employees regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, age, or disability.

We proudly acknowledge First Peoples of Victoria. We acknowledge their ongoing strength in practicing the world’s oldest living culture. We acknowledge the Traditional Owners’ lands, waters, and skies on which we live and pay respects to their Elders past and present.

At V/Line, safety is our priority. Successful applicants will undergo relevant pre-employment and medical checks to meet our safeworking standards.

**Applications close**:Wednesday 12th March 2025