Manager Network Closure

Business Unit:
**Network Closure Access**
- Function:
**Network Devt, Assets & Maintenance (NDA&M)**
- Job Code:
**701541**

**Manager - Network Closure and Works Readiness**
- Make an impact to the Victorian communities. Support Big Build Project across Victoria.
- Enjoy work life balance with Flexible Hybrid working arrangements.
- Training and continuous professional development supported for Growth and development.

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 2700 committed team members who are up to the challenge.

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**_About the role_**

As the Manager - Network Closure and Works Readiness, you are integral to the success of V/Line's Network Development, Assets and Maintenance Group.

The Manager Network Closures & Work Readiness leads interface activities for V/Line's Network Closures and Work Readiness Processes, optimizing network access and integrating assets into business operations while supporting stakeholders in achieving governance standards. This role will also support management of the coaching budget for all AWP and Maintenance disruptive events. This role also provides governance and assurance services, ensuring proper planning, management, and monitoring of works, and managing risks associated with work packages on the network
- Key Accountabilities include_:_
- **Network Closure Master **Schedule**:Create and manage the schedule for track closures, ensuring all work is planned, managed, and monitored properly and communicated to all key Stakeholders.
- **Work Package Management**: Plan, manage, and monitor work packages to ensure they meet V/Line standards and readiness criteria.
- **Governance and Assurance**: Provide governance and assurance services to ensure all works meet the required standards and procedures.
- **Internal & External **Stakeholder Collaboration**:Work with various stakeholders to integrate and transition works into regular operations safely and effectively.
- **Continuous Improvement**: Implement continuous improvement initiatives, participate in 'lessons learnt' workshops, and contribute to the improvement of the Asset Management and Performance Department.
- **Leadership**: Lead and support the team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.

**_About you_**
- Demonstrated alignment to V/Line's values of responsiveness, integrity, impartiality, accountability, respect, leadership and human rights.
- Experience in managing and supporting a dynamic and busy team
- Proven experience in Asset Management or Major Infrastructure projects within the rail industry.
- Strong knowledge of Rail Asset Management, Technical or Engineering systems, with a focus on ISO 55001.
- Applied knowledge of railway standards, processes, and Safety Management Systems.
- Ability to articulate complex technical knowledge clearly and effectively.

Experience in planning and scheduling
- In addition to free _m_yki 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 aptitude assessments, behavioural and/or technical interviews and employment references.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment screening including, probity (police) checks, medical assessment, and Australian entitlement to work. Employees of V/Line are required to maintain a valid Working with Children Check Victoria (Employee) for the duration of employment.
- V/Line is an equal_-_opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and we _welcome applicants from any background_. _We value diversity and are continuously working towards creating a flexible and inclusive environment that is representative of the Victorian community._