Train Dynamics Specialist
- Join a secure industry providing essential services Australia wide
- Max term contract until January 2025
- Location flexible between Sydney, Newcastle, Brisbane, Melbourne, or Adelaide
About us
Pacific National (PN) is the largest provider of diversified rail freight services in Australia. We haul a variety of freight including coal, intermodal containers, steel, and a range of bulk commodities and materials that keep the region’s economy, businesses and households running. We are a company built on solid foundations and we are incredibly proud of the essential role we continue to play supporting Australia’s supply chain. At Pacific National, we take great pride in delivering our best every day and have a relentless focus on customer service and place safety above all else.
We operate nationally with approximately 3,500 staff in over 90+ sites across Australia. We respect and care for the communities in which we operate and continue to evolve our community engagement and strengthen relationships through partnerships and investment. We are focused on reducing the carbon emissions of our business, while also enabling the reduction of carbon emissions in the broader supply chain to support the National targets.
About the role
Reporting to the Train Systems Lead the Train Dynamics Specialist (Engineer) is responsible for managing the review, development and implementation of train configuration or design modifications. This role supports Operations by reducing the risks related to train dynamics and ensures the safety of the Rolling Stock.
Key accountabilities include:
- You'll be responsible for meticulously reviewing and approving train designs to ensure they meet safety and operational standards.
- Provide engineering support to obtain waivers from relevant regulatory bodies, such as TOC waivers from RIMs.
- Conduct Simulations of in-train forces, fuel usage, sectional run times, stopping distances, and load haulage, ensuring optimal performance and safety.
- Collaborate with Operations to maximise train payloads and optimise transit times, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Support Operations in addressing service delivery issues and implementing improvements to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Support Operations in addressing service delivery issues and implementing improvements to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Contribute to the development of engineering standards and guides to uphold safety and quality standards.
- Support compliance activities with regulatory bodies such as RIMs, ONRSR, and ATSB, ensuring adherence to all relevant regulations and standards.
- Compliance to RIM Standards and Operating requirements for all rail corridors.
About you
We're seeking a motivated skilled engineer with a passion for rolling stock and train dynamics to join our team and contribute to the safety and efficiency of our operations.
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills, attributes, and experience:
- Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronic Engineering.
- Postgraduate qualifications in Rolling Stock Engineering are advantageous.
- CPEng and RPEQ qualifications are desired.
- Proficiency in understanding train dynamics and executing testing requirements.
- Understanding of Rolling Stock Standards, Specifications, and RIM Standards, along with operational requirements.
- Familiarity with testing requirements for rolling stock performance.
- Sound knowledge of PC-based software, including Microsoft Office. High-level programming language skills are desired.
- Ability to extract and analyse data, along with proficient report-writing capabilities.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high degree of initiative, innovation, and flexibility.
- Strong level of communications and interpersonal skill.
- Ability to be self-managed and work unsupervised, as well as working in a team environment providing support to operational staff.
The benefits
At Pacific National we value diversity, inclusion, and the contribution of each team member. Our values underpin our commitment to create an inclusive culture where everyone is accepted and valued for who they are, enabling everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.
When you join the Pacific National team, you’ll be encouraged to take ownership of your career and we’ll be there to support you with a range of exciting initiatives including:
- Industry leading programs focussed on your growth and career development
- Paid parental leave up to 14 weeks, with superannuation - after only 6 months service
- Parental benefits for birth, surrogacy, adoption, foster care, and kinship care
- Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
- Flexible working arrangements (subject to business needs)
- A focus on your mental health and wellbeing through our PeerConnect program
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program, administered by Benestar, offering confidential counselling services for employees and their eligible family members, paid for by us at no cost to you
- Access to Unmind, a digital platform that gives you access to tools, training and exercises that will support your mental wellbeing
- Discounted fitness and wellbeing benefits with membership to WhereFit, our wellbeing benefits partner
- Novated leasing and discounts on selected health insurance funds, travel, retail brands, vehicles and more
We are proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for women, and you can visit our Work180 page Pacific National | WORK180 Endorsed Employer to find out more including a list of all of our benefits and policies.
We are seeking applicants who share our values: Make it simple, Share More, Kindness, Gratitude, Curiosity, and Own it. These values help us achieve strong connections with everyone we work with and play an important part in motivating us all to do our best work.
Do you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process?
If you need an adjustment in the recruitment process, please outline at the time of your application.
Closing date
Applications close on the 21st of April 2024
Next steps
Are you ready to be part of our future?
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To find out more about Pacific National, our benefits and opportunities we offer, visit our careers page: www.pacificnational.com.au/careers
Acknowledgement of Country
We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work, live and rail. We pay respect to Elders past, present and future and to the continuation of cultural, spiritual, and educational practices of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.