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Aurizon is seeking an experienced and capable Regional Maintenance Leader (RML) to lead frontline maintenance operations across locomotives, wagons and rollingstock equipment. This role is suited to a leader who brings a mature leadership style, can influence culture, and consistently drives excellence in safety, performance, and team capability. Reporting to the Maintenance Superintendent, this role requires a leader who can confidently guide a multidisciplinary trades workforce, manage operational priorities, and maintain high standards across safety, quality, and delivery.
Job Responsibility:
Provide strong, visible leadership to a team of tradespeople to achieve operational, safety and performance targets
Champion a culture grounded in I Know Safe, I Choose Safe, holding yourself and others accountable for high safety standards
Oversee daily maintenance operations including work allocation, workflow optimisation, training coordination, and site improvement initiatives
Manage rosters, performance benchmarks, and compliance with statutory and company requirements
Support recovery activities including derailment response as required
Partner with planning and scheduling teams to ensure operational alignment and delivery
Build and maintain professional relationships across maintenance, operations, and broader business stakeholders
Requirements:
Demonstrated frontline leadership experience in a maintenance or operational setting
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to influence, coach, and develop your team
High‑level operational understanding of SAP and Microsoft applications
Analytical, problem‑solving and decision‑making capability, particularly under pressure
A mechanical or electrical trade qualified is highly desirable, but equivalent leadership experience in a similar environment may also be considered
What we offer:
Development and growth opportunities
Access to female and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander mentoring programs
Discounts on selected health insurance funds, personal travel, gyms, vehicles and retail brands