Light Rail Vehicle (LRV) Operator

Summary about this job

Detail information about job Light Rail Vehicle (LRV) Operator. Terms and conditions vacancy

• Be part of the new era in public transport
• Join our wonderful team and share our "think lke a passenger"
• Exceptional career development & attractive employee benefits

About us..

Keolis Downer has been awarded a 10 year contract to design and run Newcastle Transport services across all modes of travel, including buses, ferries and the future light rail.

As the proud operator of Newcastle Transport, we aim to deliver the best possible integrated transport solution for the people of Newcastle and eastern Lake Macquarie.

Keolis Downer is Australia's largest private provider of multi-modal public transport, delivering over 210 million passenger trips each year.

Established in 2009, Keolis Downer is a joint venture between Keolis, a world leading public transport provider with operations in 16 countries, and Downer, a leader in engineering and infrastructure management in Australia and New Zealand.

Keolis Downer operates G:link on the Gold Coast, Yarra Trams in Melbourne, and approximately 1,000 buses a South Australia, Western Australia and Queensland. We employ 4,000 staff across Australia, with 1,600 in our bus operations alone.

What you'll do..

Drive the LRVs according to timetable with constant concern for the safety of passengers and other parties. In case of disruption or emergency, respond appropriately to protect passengers, other parties and assets under the guidance of the Control Centre and the operational procedures.

• Operate the LRV and adapt speed according to the timetable, procedures, signals, line profile and the surrounding environment
• Stop at each LRV station, ensure the door opening and closing sequences are correctly followed in a safe manner
• Follow instructions from the Operations Control Centre through the Radio system
• Assist customers both boarding and disembarking when required.
• Respond to requests for information from customers when safe to do so
• Provide information for customers on delays and incidents through internal and external PA announcements
• Perform LRV preparation including testing of traction, brakes, sanding units and functionality of all equipment internally and externally in accordance with Keolis Downer Hunter Minimum Operating Standards
• Report defects promptly, both during preparation and in service. Report Defects on the LRV, corridors, stations and depot, and rectify immediately when safe to do so
• Carry out their role as described within the operational emergency and incidents response plans
• Other duties as directed by the Multimodal Manager

About you..

• Ability to learn moderately technical issues, and to understand and apply specialised procedures.
• Has a high degree of safety awareness
• Capacity for learning and complying with rules and procedures
• Ability to perform moderate physical tasks including changing points, bending down and reaching to rectify faults on the LRV
• Ability to remain calm in challenging situations and cope with stress
• Able to work autonomously.
• Able to achieve Cert III Rail Driving AQTF Qualification
• Be willing to work shift hours including night shifts on a Monday to Sunday roster
• Have excellent reaction times (psychomotor testing will be required
• Must be able to obtain Rail Safety Critical Worker (Category 1)
• Must be able to obtain a National Police Check
• Must be able to obtain a NSW Working With Children Check

Why it's worth it..

There's never been a more exciting time to join Keolis Downer Hunter. 

You will be a part of a dynamic and enthusiastic team who deliver the best possible integrated transport solution for Newcastle and eastern Lake Macquarie. Keolis Downer     Hunter recruit only the most talented people who are happy being entrenched in the life of our local Newcastle community.  We want our people to take pride in what they do, have a passion for creating connections and relishes the opportunity to drive the development of a fulfilling career.

Come join our wonderful team of people and share in our "think like a passenger" philosophy.

Interested to join our team?

Please ensure your application includes a cover letter and a resume.

Keolis Downer Hunter are committed to a diverse, inclusive and flexible workforce which reflects our community and customers.   

This role is being sourced directly by Keolis Downer.  We respectfully request no agency approaches.