Company Description

AECOM continues to strengthen its reputation as a leader in the execution of major projects within Victorian and South Australian markets and as a result of this, we have an exciting opportunities for a Technical Director / Rail Systems Team Lead role based in Melbourne.

This role will provide leadership and contribute the highest level of technical skill on all projects under their control. This role leads the development and training of leading-edge technical skills and understands how to practically apply them in ways that add value to services that differentiate AECOM in the marketplace.

In this role, the Rail Systems Team Lead will utilise their strong industry networks to offer an opportunity to create broader connections with clients, stakeholders, and senior members of the AECOM family across the ANZ region and the globe. The OHW Team Lead will inspire confidence with clients and stakeholders alike and build collaborative diverse teams who feel empowered to do their best.

Job DescriptionResponsible for management of the Rail Systems team (including the SESA team) within VSA and support ANZ major projectsAssistance in capture planning and pursuits for key market opportunitiesResponsible for development and implementation of Rail Systems Sector client prioritization and strategies.Hold Project Director roles on key client Rail Systems projectsCollaborate with the ANZ community to position for and secure key VSA and ANZ project opportunities.Work with the VSA Rail Group Lead to grow Rail business and execute strategy.Be involved in the strategic growth of the ANZ Rail business through:Facilitation of the development and implementation of strategy in collaboration with the Regional Team LeadersAnalyse key markets to look at opportunities for growthSupport the Market Sector Leaders in identification of opportunities to collaborate between ANZ and the global businessWork with Marketing and Communications to support the brand enhancement and internal alignment of each business lineOperational support for the business lines:Involved in the review of the accuracy of the pipeline & highlight changes required to Team LeadersSupport implementation of initiatives focusing on:Implementation of our sustainable legacies strategyDigital Adoption

QualificationsLeadership skills including technical leadership, team building, innovation, and motivation skills.Demonstrated experience in managing complex projects and meeting delivery requirementsDemonstrated solid functional and/or technical knowledge with skills and abilities specific to rail systems design with proven delivery record.OHW design experience including 25kV and/or 1500DC OHW design experience.Experience in Light Rail and 750V DC systemsRequired to oversee/ prepare proposals / detailed tender submissions for clients and negotiate contractsRequired to undertake technical reviews of OHW Designs AECOM projects and act as an AECOM Lead VerifierKnowledge of the market for consulting servicesChartered StatusRelevant Professional Accreditation (RPEV and RPEQ)Rail industry Working CardMTM Designer/ Checker/ Approver Competency advantageousQR Designer/ Checker/ Approver Competency advantageous

Additional Information

AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we, our clients and our communities live and work around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. We are committed to connecting to Country in our work through meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and businesses.  Find out more about our Australian Reconciliation Action Plan here: https://aecom.com/au/our-vision-for-reconciliation/.

About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

 

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.