Production Manager - Track Inspection and Maintenance

About the role

Metro Trains is looking for an experienced, people-focused Production Manager to lead its Track Inspection and Maintenance teams across the Southeast network, based at the Caulfield Depot. Reporting to the Track Maintenance Manager, the role delivers safe, efficient and high-quality track maintenance while driving team performance, capability and continuous improvement. It is a key leadership position overseeing the planning, delivery and optimisation of maintenance activities in line with Metro Trains standards, contractual obligations and safety requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage track inspection, maintenance and fault rectification to ensure safe, compliant and efficient network operations.
• Plan, prioritise and coordinate resources, track access, materials and workforce to maximise productivity.
• Analyse inspection data, fault reports and work orders to develop and deliver maintenance and rectification programs.
• Drive a strong safety culture through adherence to Metro Trains policies, procedures, standards and legislative requirements.
• Lead, coach and develop Team Leaders and field-based employees.
• Manage budgets, contractor performance and maintenance delivery to meet operational and financial targets.
• Provide regular reporting, operational insights and continuous improvement initiatives supporting asset reliability and network performance.

Required profile

• Demonstrated leadership experience in rail, track infrastructure, maintenance, operations or a related field.
• Sound knowledge of track maintenance, including Plain Line and Points & Crossings (P&C) infrastructure.
• Ability to lead, coach and develop teams and to manage multiple work programs at once.
• Engineering qualifications and rail industry experience highly regarded.
• Full and current driver's licence.

Required skills

• Planning, resource management and operational coordination.
• Analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Communication and stakeholder management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and maintenance management systems such as Ellipse.

What we offer

• Guaranteed salary increases twice a year (as per Enterprise Agreement).
• Free Myki card for PTV travel across Victoria.
• Full uniform provided.
• 14 weeks paid parental leave with no qualifying period.
• Career progression and training opportunities.
• Discounts at top brands and stores.
• Work Life Balance Program option to buy purchased days off.