Mechanical Engineer

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• Provides engineering support to the EMU railcar maintenance and cleaning contractor in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Provides technical input into the acquisition of new railcars as required, including the responsibility for preparation of the relevant mechanical aspects of new railcar specifications.
• Records and analyses performance and productivity data and takes appropriate actions for improvements.
• Maintains configuration of the rollingstock assets.
• Assists in the development and implementation of Asset Management Plans for the railcars.
• Investigates and progresses continuous improvements in railcars, depots, plant, equipment and buildings including the overseeing of modifications to equipment in order to maintain, or enhance, its performance.
• Designs and implements upgrades to the rollingstock assets mechanical systems.
• Provides specialist technical support to Railway Incident Investigations.
• Provides technical support to the Contracts Manager to ensure effective management of contractors and suppliers.
• Manages contractual relationship with Contractors or Suppliers of Railcars for mechanical engineering related matters, when required.
• Undertakes compliance audits of railcar maintenance and reports non-conformances.

• Relevant Engineering Qualifications and Experience acceptable to the Institute of Engineers Australia for Admission as a Corporate Member.
• Knowledge of Rail Safety Legislation.
• Proven experience in rollingstock maintenance.
• Demonstrated understanding and experience in contract and project management.
• Provision of a current National Police Clearance certificate, dated 3 months or less from the date of application for the position.
• Possession of a current Western Australian 'C' or 'C-A' Class Drivers Licence or equivalent.