Principal Rail Safety Officer, Accreditation - AdelaideThe Principal Rail Safety Officer, Accreditation performs a key regulatory role by working closely with rail operators and their rail safety workers to undertake functions of assessing accreditation-related applications, monitoring safety performance, responding to issues, and enforcing the law as required, with the aim of maintaining and improving safety.
ONRSR's Regulatory Officers have responsibility for providing the regulatory oversight necessary to ensure rail operations in Australia are being managed safely.The role is essential to providing day-to-day operational support to the National Manager, Regulatory Operations and the National Operations Accreditation Team by leading and guiding regulatory activities with a primary focus on accreditation matters.If you are passionate about safe railways, this role might be just what you are looking for and will include a mixture of a supportive training program, office-based, and field work within active rail environments.
Periodic travel will be required to various regional and metropolitan locations.Your ResponsibilitiesLead complex programs of work with a focus on accreditation activities and assess applications for accreditation including notifications of change.Coordinate audits, inspections, site visits, enquiries, education, and meetings for the National Accreditation Team.Consistently engage in decision-making in accordance with the provisions of the Rail Safety National Law and relevant ONRSR policies and procedures.Lead the review of complex regulatory risk assessments.Provide high-level written reports on accreditation activities undertaken including appropriate analysis and data to support the role, regulatory functions, and recommendations.Perform the function of a Duty Officer on a roster by taking telephone calls regarding rail incidents and providing limited initial responses.About youWhile experience in the rail industry is highly desirable, we're also keen to hear from you if you've had previous experience in a regulatory or safety role.
We're looking for people who are self-motivated and with a broad range of skills including those with experience and qualifications in rail or other high-risk transport sectors.In our diverse team, you should be comfortable demonstrating initiative and adopting a collaborative approach.
You will have excellent people skills, be detail-oriented, comfortable with technology, and able to produce easy-to-understand reports.Key to success in this role is that you:Have a comprehensive understanding of principles of accreditation with regard to integrated safety management systems, risk management, auditing, and their Safe Railways for Australia application to railway operations and the Rail Safety National Law and an excellent understanding of risk management in a business context.Demonstrate your ability to develop and maintain positive and constructive professional and team relationships using your strong active listening, respectfulness, empathy, persuasion, and conflict management skills.Engage with and build professional relationships with operators and other key stakeholders.Effectively communicate both verbally and in writing including preparing quality reports to reflect a professional regulatory role.Are curious and comfortable conducting conversations that enable you to recognise problems, develop solutions, and implement actions compatible with the expectations of ONRSR.Work effectively with technical enterprise systems, tools, and applications.Understand the importance of post-activity review for personal and organisational growth and improvement.Our Organisation and CultureOffice of the National Rail Safety Regulator (ONRSR) has the responsibility for regulatory oversight of rail safety throughout Australia.
As an independent regulatory authority, ONRSR pursues safe railways for Australia by encouraging safe rail operations, enforcing national compliance with the Rail Safety National Law, and promoting and improving rail safety across the country.We are passionate about supporting Our PeopleYou will be part of a $26 billion dollar industry employing over 142,000 people that is at the forefront of innovation, productivity, and world's best practice.We invest in building the capability of our people through customised learning and development programs and by growing your curiosity and experience.Employee Assistance Program and Peer Support Network.Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others.Extra 3 days leave with Christmas closedown for all colleagues.Salary packaging of car, laptop, or tablet.ONRSR actively encourages productive working relationships, a healthy work-life balance, workplace diversity, and development of expertise.
In addition, the organisation offers a commitment to learning and development and flexible work options.
Further details on the benefits of working at ONRSR and to read the position description can be found at ONRSR Careers.What we can offer youWe offer a 12-month structured training and development program.
You will have a chance to collaborate with experienced specialists and be mentored by successful leaders as you travel to visit external sites and offices.
Become part of a national team, participate in site audits, inspections, and investigations and develop your skills in rail safety accreditation and safety management systems.An organisation where everyone has a shared passion for our vision of safe railways for Australia.The opportunity to be part of an innovative team in an organisation striving to continuously improve.A supportive and dynamic team environment that values the work that you do and promotes a healthy work-life balance.Professional development in accordance with our learning and development plan.The Application ProcessWe would like to learn more about you and encourage you to apply with a cover letter describing why you should be considered for the role along with your resume.As part of the recruitment and selection process, you will be required to undertake a criminal history check if you are one of the preferred candidates.
The results may not necessarily preclude appointment to the position.Enquiries to: David James – National Manager, Regulatory Operations 0409 330 964Applications close: Friday, 17 January 2025 (6pm)NOTE:You must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or hold a valid work permit or visa.Applications are sought from direct candidates only.
No agencies please.Application closing dates are at the discretion of ONRSR and may change without notice.
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