Project Engineer – Track

• Shape Victoria's rail future through critical track and civil projects.
• Collaborate with experts on complex, high-impact infrastructure development.
• Thrive in an inclusive, flexible workplace that values your growth.

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.

We are experiencing significant growth and 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
As a Project Engineer – Track & Civil, you'll play a vital role in shaping Victoria's rail network by delivering the development phases of track and civil projects within the Major Periodic Maintenance (MPM) Program as part of V/Line's Annual Works Plan. You'll ensure compliance with design standards, manage risk effectively, and work closely with the Project Manager and Senior Project Engineer to achieve safe, efficient outcomes that benefit communities across the state.

Key accountabilities include:

• Provide engineering and project management support for planning and development activities.
• Coordinate site investigations, surveys, and assessments to inform design and costing.
• Ensure design works align with V/Line's Design Management Process.
• Participate in Safety in Design workshops and manage identified risks.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to meet compliance and project objectives.
• Prepare project briefs and progress reports, including financial forecasting.
• Obtain necessary approvals and manage change requests as required.

About You
You're a proactive engineer who values collaboration and thrives on solving complex challenges. You bring strong technical expertise and a commitment to safety and quality, while fostering positive relationships across diverse teams.

We welcome candidates who are passionate about making a difference and want to grow their career in an inclusive environment. If you're looking for a role where your ideas are valued and your contribution matters, this is your opportunity.

Our ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Tertiary qualification in Civil, Mechanical, or related engineering discipline.
• Demonstrated experience (5+ years) in rail and civil infrastructure projects.
• Strong technical proficiency and knowledge of engineering standards and design principles.
• Demonstrated ability in risk management and project delivery.
• Experience with ground works and rail construction.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines under pressure.
• 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'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.

We are committed to ensuring a comfortable and accessible recruitment experience. If you need any adjustments or have specific accessibility requirements at any stage of the process, please contact our Talent team at or for confidential support.

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're proud to be recognised as a Work180 Endorsed Employer for the second consecutive year, a testament to our ongoing commitment to building an inclusive and empowering workplace for women.

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.

The total remuneration package for this role starts at approximately $105,000 inclusive of superannuation, with flexibility based on the skills and experience of the successful candidate.

Enjoy a complimentary Myki pass for travel across metropolitan and regional Victoria, and unlock limitless career development in a flexible, supportive environment at V/Line.

Applications close: 11.59 pm on Wednesday, 5 th November 2025