TEST & COMMISSIONING MANAGER - ETCS L2 (Wayside)–

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Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Test and Commissioning Manager – ETCS L2 who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in Brisbane, Australia.

We are currently seeking a T & C Manager to lead the testing and commissioning activities of a multi-disciplined digital railway system project and manage a pool of wayside T&C engineers of all levels.

• Supporting the program T&C managers by leading Wayside T&C activities for multiple work packages;

• Provide program-wide leadership, coordination and resource management of all Wayside Testers, Testers in Charge (TICs) and Commissioning Engineers across multiple ETCS Level 2 work packages, ensuring consistent application of testing methodologies, safety standards, competencies, planning processes and commissioning practices across the program;

• Managing work package signalling Tester’s in Charge and commissioning engineers and supporting plan development and execution of wayside T&C works;

• Ensure that the test and commissioning activities are executed in alignment with the Work, Health and Safety requirements of the company and the project;

• Oversight of the development, implementation and continuous improvement of all Test documentation;

• Technical review of all test documentation to ensure test coverage is robust and comprehensive;

• Ensuring the timely production of Test Plans, Procedures and Reports at the work package level;

• Supporting site interface management with the Client/Engineers/Third parties during the test and commissioning planning and execution phase;

• Support bids and develop strategy for future work packages;

• Ensure test documentation complies with relevant standards;

• Ensure test specifications and procedures align with project requirements

• Demonstrated experience leading and managing large teams of railway signalling Testers, Testers in Charge (TICs) and Commissioning Engineers across complex, multi-package railway infrastructure programs.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or similar field;

• RPEQ preferable

• 10+ years' experience in a similar role in the Rail Signal industry with demonstrated capability and skills in:

  • System Integration of complex systems

  • Understanding how testing plays a role in supporting Systems Assurance activities

  • Railway equipment and environment

  • Use of Test tools

  • Use of Database tools

  • Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite

  • Knowledge of ERP and Configuration Management tools

• A willingness to travel as required by the project.

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