RIW Coordinator

John Holland • Melbourne, VIC, AU • 1w ago

About John Holland

At John Holland, our purpose is simple – we transform lives with everything we do.
We’ve always known that infrastructure is about people — our customers, our employees, and the communities in which we work every day.
That’s our difference. Deep experience and capability with a genuine care about creating better lives for people along the way.
Be part of the team that’s up for the challenge of transforming lives for good.

About the Role / Are you up for the challenge?

John Holland is at the forefront of Australia's infrastructure sector, and we are actively seeking an astute and diligent RIW Coordinator to provide pivotal support within the Safety Team for the Inland Rail Beveridge to Albury Tranche 2 Project. This monumental project is reshaping Australia's freight network by improving connectivity and logistics.
In the role of RIW Coordinator, you will ensure the effective management of the Rail Industry Worker (RIW) programme, playing a crucial part in maintaining compliance and enhancing the safety of our workforce. Your contributions will be essential in upholding our project's integrity and fostering the success of a nationally significant infrastructure development.

Project Description

Inland Rail is transforming how goods are moved around Australia, connecting Melbourne and Brisbane via regional Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland. This 1,700km fast freight backbone will complete our national freight network – better connecting producers to markets and creating new opportunities for regional businesses, industries and communities.
The Beveridge to Albury (B2A) project is the Victorian portion of the program undertaken along approximately 305 kms of existing northeast rail corridor between Beveridge and Albury. B2A is staged in two tranches. Tranche 1 includes enhancement works across four sites and corridor wide works.
Tranche 2 works will be delivered by John Holland and includes adjustment of track alignments, the provision of new road overbridges and station modifications to enable the safe operation of double-stack freight trains across eight B2A project sites between Wandong and Benalla.
The role is primarily based out of our main office in Docklands. However, it also will involve travel to various construction sites to ensure that project deliverables are achieved.

Responsibilities of the role include / What you will do;

Oversee the Rail Industry Worker (RIW) programme for all Subcontractor personnel on-site, ensuring compliance with national rail safety standards.
Manage the administration of subcontractor RIW compliance as part of the onboarding process for subcontractors prior to mobilisation.
Maintain accurate records of training, competencies, and medicals for all rail workers, aligning with project specifications.
Liaise with project teams and integrate RIW requirements with other site activities, such as civil, track, and electrical works.
Engage with stakeholders, including training providers, contractors, and regulatory authorities, to facilitate the smooth operation of the RIW programme.
Uphold John Holland’s commitment to safety and quality, adhering to company policies and relevant industry regulations.
Monitor and report on compliance with the RIW programme, ensuring all rail workers are qualified and fit for duty.
Support the development of a safety-focused culture among the workforce, emphasising teamwork, innovation, and technical proficiency.

To be successful in this key role, you must have / What we are looking for;

Experience in coordinating or administering RIW programmes is essential for this role.
Robust organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to effectively manage and prioritise tasks.
Proficiency in project management software and general IT skills, with a meticulous approach to record-keeping and reporting.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities, with the talent to nurture relationships and manage expectations of various stakeholders.
A steadfast dedication to health, safety, and environmental standards in the workplace. • An aptitude for problem-solving and decision-making, with the competence to manage administrative responsibilities efficiently.
Adaptability to the changing landscape of project work and a readiness to embrace the distinctive challenges presented by the rail environment.
Possession of a current driver's licence and a willingness to work in various locations as necessitated by the project.

As part of the team, you can help us transform lives.

Your success is reflected in ours, so we’re committed to being an employer of choice. We pride ourselves on having a diverse and inclusive workplace, as we understand that different perspectives and ideas are critical to our long-term success.
We want you to be with us for the long term, so providing you with rich career experiences and ongoing development is our priority.

What’s in it for you

We’re about connecting your sense of purpose to ours. We understand that your career is one of the biggest ways to have an impact on the world. We also believe in supporting you as a whole person, not just an employee.
We reward and support our people in so many ways. This starts with being flexible about how different people like to work. From generous leave policies to wellbeing and relationship support, your needs sit at the heart of our employee benefits.

We offer:

Competitive remuneration with salary continuance, and salary sacrifice options.

Great leave benefits including 18 weeks paid parental leave with super and up to an extra 18 weeks of super paid on further periods of unpaid parental leave, multicultural leave exchange and two extra days to prioritise your wellbeing.

Career progression underpinned by our exciting pipeline of work means you’ll have the opportunity to work on iconic projects that are shaping cities and communities.
Learning and development opportunities where you’ll have access to emerging talent programs, building your career through clear career pathways, plus technical and leadership training and development opportunities.
Inclusion, diversity and equity is part of how we work. We want everyone at John Holland to feel that they belong – that’s why we’re working hard every day to foster a more inclusive culture, backed by a business-wide inclusion strategy to bring about meaningful change. We’ve also got active employee resource groups that support our commitments including those around gender equality and reconciliation.
Flexible working that works for you as we know flexibility means different things to different people. Whether it’s flexi-hours, flexi-parenting, flexi-leave, flexi-shifts or flexi-work, we’re committed to helping our people work flexibly.