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.
Your role as a Senior Services Officer will be primarily based out of the Wendouree Station. Your main duties will involve providing top-notch service to customers on V/Line services and ensuring safety on and around the rail.
Your responsibilities will include:
Selling Myki and V/Net tickets Making platform announcements Assisting passengers Maintaining the cleanliness of the station and its facilities This is a full-time, 6 month fixed term position with a rotating schedule that assists in covering absences and staff shortages. The schedule includes early morning starts (4:30 am) and late evening finishes (2 am).
Depending on scheduling and business needs, you may be required to sign on and work at various stations along the Ballarat line within 80km of your Home Depot or place of residence.
In this work, you will:
Gain a Certificate 3 in Rail Customer Operations Communicate accurate and timely information to customers, ensuring coach replacements are organised where required Complete ticket sales, cash handling and seat reservations Balance the till Identify and report safety hazards or incidents Maintain the presentation and cleanliness of the station (including cleaning the toilets) and other station facilities Ensure safety on and around the station, for customers, colleagues, and yourself Complete train safe working duties This is a 6 month fixed term role with a rotating roster that includes early starts, late finishes, weekends, & public holidays.
About you
As our next Services Officer, we are seeking self-motivated individuals who prioritise customer service and safety.
Our ideal candidate will possess the following:
Alignment to V/Line's core values of Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights A valid driver's license and reliable vehicle Successful completion of year 10 Ability to work independently and proactively without supervision Ability to adapt to changing environments Previous extensive experience in a customer service and operational environment Strong verbal and written communication, and problem-solving skills Strong safety culture and willingness to adhere to the company values What we offer
You will gain a Cert 2 in Customer Rail Operations across 3-4 weeks, and then have an additional 2-3 weeks completing On-The-Job training. Whilst completing both of those, you will be on a Trainee Staff rate ($26.94 + super). Once qualified your rate will be as Services Officer ($45.49), plus loadings & penalty rates, in accordance with the current V/Line Rail Operations and Administrative Employees Agreement 2024.
This is a Medical Category 2 position.
The selection process may include aptitude assessments, a behavioural event interview and a medical check.
V/Line is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and we welcome applicants from any background. We value diversity and are continuously working towards creating a flexible and inclusive environment that is representative of the Victorian community.
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