Asset Engineer - Track

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Job Description

The Bowen Rail Company is Queensland’s next-generation rail business, created to transport Queensland’s high-quality resources for export to the world. The business is head-quartered in Bowen, North Queensland, where it is part of a highly skilled rail and resources industry.

Guided by a senior leadership team with more than 150 years combined experience in the rail and resources industry, BRC stands apart for the passion, diversity, and expertise of our people. They make us what we are. Our workforce is made up of people from different backgrounds, experiences, ages, and ability. The only thing all Bowen Rail Company employees share is motivation, and that we all live locally. 

About the Role
Bowen Rail Company is growing, and we are seeking an Asset Engineer - Track to join our Network team. Reporting to the Asset Management Principal, in this role you will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating the strategic track asset management plans incorporating OPEX and CAPEX for the Carmichael Rail Network.

  • Promote and maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following guidelines, standards, codes, and procedures.
  • Provide project scopes for mechanised maintenance works based on inspection data to support the asset management plan. 
  • Review the accuracy of asset register and configuration systems and coordinate updates as required.
  • Determine functional scope requirements for input into Capital Project Development.
  • Manage asset lifecycle phases including concept, design, installation, handover operation, and disposal.
  • Coordinate the development, implementation, maintenance and review of the long-term asset management plans.
  • Develop and implement predictive asset condition modelling tools.
  • Conduct engineering and technical investigations and prepare reports.
  • Conduct regular reviews of Technical Maintenance Plans and Procedures in line with Asset Performance.
  • Undertake technical assurance activities, including design reviews, to ensure compliance with Bowen Rail Company and industry standards and safety regulations.

 

About You
Core Capabilities 
  • Manages self with resilience and integrity, particularly in a changing environment.
  • Works collaboratively, and communicates effectively, both written and verbal
  • Understands the position's requirements and proactively works to deliver performance-aligned outcomes.
Essential 
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in track maintenance/ construction or related industry. 
  • Tertiary Degree in an Engineering discipline.
  • Demonstrated experience in the application of Asset Management standards. 
  • Current Open ‘C’ Class Driver’s licence.
  • Knowledge of rail safety standards, rules, and procedures. 
  • Ability to read and interpret maintenance documents including manuals and drawings. 
  • Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise deadlines. 
  • Effective time management and problem-solving skills. 
Desirable
  • SARC – Safely Access the Rail Corridor 
  • RIW Card (Rail Industry Worker Identification) 
  • General Construction Induction 
  • RPEQ or be on the pathway to attaining

 

About Our Process 
At Bowen Rail Company, we are guided by our A.S.P.I.R.E. values and are committed to employing individuals who align with our values and meet the essential requirements of the role. 
As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be required to participate in a number of checks which may be conducted to demonstrate applicant’s suitability for a role including police / criminal background checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, due diligence checks, right to work checks, and/or reference checks.