Structures Maintenance Engineer

Shape the future of Victoria’s rail network – Join V/line as a Structures Maintenance Engineer

Partner and collaborate with the wider business- building strong relationships with a range of stakeholders

Salary range starting from $105,382 depending on experience

Our Company

V/Line’s purpose is to connect Victorians through safe, reliable, and accessible transport. We believe in giving all Victorians opportunities through travel and transport – connecting them to jobs, education, family and friends, services, tourism and trade.

V/Line is experiencing significant growth and we’re delivering more services, more trains, cheaper fares, and huge projects. With more than 3700 weekly train and coach services, an expansive freight network and unprecedented rail investment, millions of Victorians depend on us to deliver. You could be one of our 3100 committed team members who are up to the challenge.

The Role

As the Structures Maintenance Engineer, you are integral to the success of V/Line’s Network Development, Assets and Maintenance Group.

As a Structures Maintenance Engineer, you will provide ongoing engineering and management support to the Structures Maintenance teams. Your primary objective will be to ensure the effective delivery of civil structures maintenance programs, adhering to V/Line's Project Governance and Management procedures. You will also contribute to the development and implementation of asset management strategies for civil structures, including lifecycle planning and risk assessment.

Key accountabilities include:

Engineering and Technical Support:

Providing engineering and technical guidance to Civil Maintenance Supervisors.

Offering field-based technical support to ensure adherence to engineering inspection standards.

Investigating asset failures and structural defects and implementing corrective action plans.

Collaboration and Coordination

Collaborating with stakeholders to plan and expedite works, including track possessions.

Leading coordination with Major Planned Maintenance and State Projects teams.

Participating in operational/work planning meetings.

Asset Management and Monitoring

Monitoring the health of vital railway structures through inspections and data analysis

Managing records of structural asset information, ensuring data integrity.

Identifying and evaluate new technologies and maintenance techniques.

Risk and Safety Management

Conducting risk assessments and safety incident investigations related to structural assets.

Reviewing inspection reports and Root Cause Analyses (RCAs) to manage identified issues.

Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, industry standards, and V/Line policies.

Budget and Cost Management

Contributing to budget development and cost estimates for maintenance programs.

Planning and overseeing maintenance and repair of structures, managing external contractors.

Training and Continuous Improvement

Implementing training and competency frameworks for Civil maintainers and inspectors.

Contributing to continuous improvement by identifying and implementing enhancements to maintenance processes and procedures

About You

Our ideal candidate will possess the following:

Minimum 5 years of experience in maintenance and repair of structures within rail, transportation, or heavy civil infrastructure.

Strong understanding of structural design principles, Australian structural design standards and codes, and industry best practices

Understanding of construction materials such as steel, concrete, timber, and masonry.

Proficiency in structural analysis software (e.g., AutoCAD).

Experience with inspection and assessment techniques for railway structures.

Tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering

If your skills or experience don’t exactly match our listed requirements, we still encourage you to apply. We value diverse perspectives and believe in the potential for growth and development.

Demonstrated alignment with V/Line’s values of responsiveness, integrity, impartiality, accountability, respect, leadership and human rights.

Why V/Line?

In addition to free myki travel, we offer:

Community impact – Make a genuine difference. Work in a role that connects Victorians, every day.

Huge potential – We’re transforming, and you can too. Be a change maker, recognised for your contribution and creativity.

Dynamic environment – V/Line operates in a constantly changing space. Join a fast-paced and exciting organisation.

Collaborative team – You’ll be part of a broader supportive team. Surround yourself with talented, passionate peers.

Professional Development – At V/Line, we support career progression through structured mentorship, technical training programs, and opportunities to lead projects.

Flexible working – We support flexible working. Work in a way that supports you to thrive in your role.

We are committed to ensuring a comfortable and accessible recruitment experience. If you need any adjustments or have specific accessibility requirements at any stage of the process, please contact our Talent team at [email protected] or 1800 800 007 for confidential support.

As an equal opportunity employer, V/Line is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace and network that reflects the communities we serve. We accept and value the contributions of all our employees regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, age or disability. We are also proud to be endorsed by Work 180 as a great place for women to work, second year in a row.

We proudly acknowledge First Peoples of Victoria. We acknowledge their ongoing strength in practicing the world’s oldest living culture. We acknowledge the Traditional Owners’ lands, waters, and skies on which we live and pay respects to their Elders past and present.

At V/Line, safety is our priority. Successful applicants will undergo relevant pre-employment and medical checks to meet our safe working standards.