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Ding! Ding! Trams are the heart of Melbourne – join our team and be part of the world’s largest tram network.

Role Purpose

Our Purpose

At Yarra Trams, we’re not just moving people — we’re moving Melbourne. Your journey is our passion, and it drives everything we do. From the tracks to the teams behind them, we’re committed to delivering world-class service — and it all starts with passionate people like you.

We are seeking an experienced and highly collaborative Works Readiness Lead to join our Network Events & Disruption team on a 12-month fixed-term contract covering maternity leave. This position plays a critical role in coordinating Projects works readiness activities across a diverse portfolio of major projects, ensuring safe planning, effective coordination and ready for delivery within a live operational environment. If you enjoy working across multiple stakeholders, influencing outcomes, and driving operational excellence, we'd love to hear from you.

About the role:
Reporting to the Director of Network Events and Disruptions, this role will:

Lead and continuously improve the Works Readiness Framework, including governance processes, reporting, templates and business rules
Coordinate and monitor works readiness activities across a portfolio of capital projects to ensure all readiness requirements are completed on time
Build strong partnerships across Project Delivery, Operations, Engineering, Safety, Maintenance and Project Management teams to support successful project outcomes
Monitor, track and report on readiness status, risks, issues and dependencies, providing regular updates to project teams and senior leaders
Support safe and efficient project delivery by ensuring permits, approvals, access arrangements, isolations and other readiness requirements are in place prior to works commencing

About You:
This role will suit an experienced project coordination, works planning, access management or operational readiness professional who thrives in a complex infrastructure or transport environment. Ideally,



you’ll present with:

Demonstrated experience delivering or supporting infrastructure projects within a live rail, light rail or transport operations environment
Robust understanding of works planning, access management, operational readiness and stakeholder coordination
Proven ability to manage competing priorities and influence stakeholder activities across multiple business areas
Experience preparing management reports, dashboards and readiness status updates
Relevant tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Construction, Project Management, Transport Operations or a related discipline. Certification with PRINCE2 or PMP will be highly regarded

Why Yarra Trams?

We’re proud to be part of Melbourne’s heartbeat. At Yarra Trams, you’ll find a supportive team, meaningful work, and opportunities to grow your career while making a difference in the lives of thousands of passengers every day.

As the operatorof the world's largest tram network and an iconic part of Melbourne's transport system, Yarra Journey Makers is dedicated to serving communities by ensuring safe and reliable travel every day. Join a team focused on helping people and delivering better tram journeys to keep Melbourne moving forward.

Additionally, you will receive:
A Free travel pass for Victoria’s Public Transport Network
Competitive salary and outstanding conditions
Career growth opportunities
Workplace flexibility
Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Access to our Paid Parental leave

Yarra Trams is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive and encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Interested? Click Apply Now.

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Why Yarra Trams?

At Yarra Trams, we foster a workplace grounded in respect, celebrating diversity and embracing inclusivity. You’ll also enjoy the following benefits:

A free travel pass for Victoria’s Public Transport Network
Competitive salary and great conditions
Career development
Career growth opportunities
A commitment to your health and wellbeing including free flu vax, discounted gym membership, and access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Parental Leave for primary caregivers

About Yarra Trams

Yarra Trams is proudly operated by Yarra Journey Makers, a joint venture between Transdev Australia and John Holland. We work with the Department of Transport and Planning, alongside its transport agencies and operators to provide a fully integrated, sustainable transport service for the people of Melbourne.

We're all Journey Makers, connecting people and communities across Melbourne. We’re committed to caring for each other, our passengers, and the communities we serve. Our Diversity & Inclusion Strategy is a key pillar and as an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and encourage candidates of all ages, those with disabilities, and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage to apply.

Please note, our selection process includes pre-employment checks, such as a police check and a medical assessment. Yarra Trams employees are required to adhere to Yarra Trams Policies and Procedures such as, but not limited to, Health and Safety Policy, Equal Employment Opportunity & Workplace Bullying Policy, Drug and Alcohol Management Program Policy (including drug and alcohol testing programs).

If you would like further details about an advertised role, or if you require an adjustment in the application process, or any other information in alternate formats please email [email protected] or call 1800 800 007

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📌 Works Readiness Lead (Melbourne)
🏢 Yarra Trams
📍 Melbourne