Protection Officer Level 4

2 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Programmed Skilled Workforce Full time $100,000 - $120,000 per year

About the Role

Programmed Rail is seeking UGLRL-qualified Protection Officers Level 4 (PO4) / Principal Protection Officers (PPO) to support upcoming rail possessions and infrastructure projects across New South Wales.

You will play a critical role in ensuring the safety of all work groups by planning and implementing high-level protection arrangements in a live rail environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan, implement and manage complex protection arrangements in accordance with UGLRL network rules and procedures.
  • Obtain and manage worksite protection authorities (e.g. TOA, LPA, ASB) and liaise with Network Controllers and site supervisors.
  • Lead and mentor other Protection Officers to ensure strict compliance with safeworking standards.
  • Complete and submit all required Worksite Protection Plans, safety documentation and close-out reports.
  • Promote a strong, proactive safety culture across all worksites.

About You

  • Current UGLRL Protection Officer Level 4 / PPO qualification (mandatory).
  • Proven experience in safeworking and rail possession management.
  • RIW card and RISI card (or ability to obtain).
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to work day, night, weekend, and extended possession shifts.

What We Offer

  • Competitive hourly rates and penalty allowances.
  • Ongoing work on major rail infrastructure projects.
  • Supportive rail-safety culture and access to Programmed's training and development opportunities.
  • Weekly pay and full compliance with rail fatigue and safeworking guidelines.

How to Apply

Click Apply Now on Seek and upload your current resume, or email with the subject line UGLRL PO4/PPO Application.

Join a team committed to excellence and safety in every rail possession.

Who we are

As one of Australia's largest employers, we work with great companies all around Australia and New Zealand to give you the best opportunities to work when and where you want to.

At Programmed, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

We welcome and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

So it's over to you. If you would like to join our team, APPLY now.

To learn more about working with Programmed, we encourage you to visit our website.

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