Rail Timetable Assurance Analyst

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The Rail Timetable Assurance Analyst analyses and assures proposed timetables for Victoria’s rail network, working closely with timetable developers, rail operators and VIDA.

The role ensures timetables are operationally robust, meet requirements and can be confidently implemented.

The role assesses modelling and proposed timetables, identifies network impacts and risks, and works with developers to address issues.

It also prepares modelling reports and supports the IMG governance framework, including reviewing documentation, coordinating meetings and ensuring required reports and artefacts are completed.

What we’re looking for You’re someone who: Delivers work effectively, coordinating tasks, monitoring progress and taking action to keep work on track and achieve agreed outcomes.

Uses data confidently, analysing data sources and producing statistics, visualisations and insights to support informed decision-making.

Works collaboratively, building strong relationships, sharing knowledge and helping teams overcome barriers to deliver shared outcomes.

Assesses impacts and solves problems independently, applying sound judgement to increasingly complex situations and adapting approaches when needed.

Supports successful change, applying structured change practices to help implement and embed new processes, projects and systems.

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Qualifications and experience You’ll bring: At least five years’ experience in rail timetable development, rail timetable modelling or rail operations.

A thorough understanding of Victoria’s passenger and freight rail network.

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will be required.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position.

Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.

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Applications close at 11.59pm on Sunday, 8th November 2026.

Please include both your resume and a cover letter addressing how your experience addresses each of the key selection criteria for the role.

All applications must be submitted via the online portal, we’re unable to accept email or manual submissions.

For further information about the role, please contact James Gray, Director Timetable Development, at [email protected].

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