Production Coordinator - Epping

Join Melbourne’s Growing Transport Network!

Melbourne is a city on the rise, and its public transport system is key to shaping a connected and sustainable future. Through major initiatives like the Metro Tunnel and Level Crossing Removal projects, we're making travel safer, more efficient, and integrated.

About the role 

Ready to take the next step in your career? We’re on the hunt for a dynamic Production Coordinator to join our team. In this role, you’ll play a key part in shaping depot operations by coordinating maintenance activities to enhance service reliability, efficiency, and asset availability.  You’ll lead teams, manage preventive and reactive maintenance, and ensure all work meets safety and operational standards—all while driving positive change and supporting MTM’s mission of safe, reliable rail service. 

• Permanent full-time/work a 24/7 shift roster
• Located at Epping Depot
• Free parking on-site 

Key role responsibilities 

• Ensure compliance with safety, legislative, and regulatory standards (OH&S, Rail Safety, Quality).
• Support on-the-job training and competency assessments for maintenance staff.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and update digital management systems.
• Assist in on-the-job training for maintenance staff and provide competency assessments.
• Participate in investigations, analysis, and workshops to improve train systems reliability.
• Coordinate train movements for maintenance and liaise with other sites and Train Operations.
• Lead response activities during derailments, accidents, and other incidents while ensuring timely and accurate completion of work orders and documentation.
• Monitor staffing, shift planning, and leave schedules.
• Drive depot performance in line with management targets. 

Qualifications & Experience 

• Possess a relevant trade qualification, demonstrating a solid foundation in technical and mechanical disciplines.
• Demonstrated experience in planning and scheduling production or maintenance activities within a rail or industrial environment.
• Desirable knowledge of re-railing procedures and train operational protocols, contributing to effective incident recovery and operational continuity.
• Strong technical expertise in suburban train systems and components, including both theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience.
• Possession of an STM Class 2 qualification (or equivalent) is advantageous, though not a mandatory requirement. 

Recruitment Process:

• Phone Interview
• Behavioural Interview
• Medical (assessment if required)
• Job Offer

For more information contact:  Narelle Blencowe, Talent Acquisition Partner at narelle.blencowe@metrotrains.com.au

We offer and encourage flexible work arrangements for all employees to support wellbeing, family or carer commitments and other personal circumstances. We are committed to removing barriers and welcoming applications from people of all ages, abilities, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and the LGBTIQA+ community. We are happy to adjust our recruitment process to support your full participation.