Team Leader Timetable Delivery

Melbourne is Australia’s fastest growing city, and public transport is vital to keeping it moving. Since 2009, Metro has proudly operated and maintained a world-class train service and delivered major transport projects that shape the future of our city. Guided by our value of Safely Always, we are one team dedicated to ensuring everyone gets home safely while helping to connect and create a better Melbourne.

Metro Trains Melbourne is seeking an experienced Team Leader – Timetable Delivery to join our Operations Planning team.

In this key leadership role, you’ll guide the team responsible for developing, validating and delivering timetable changes across Melbourne’s metropolitan rail network. This includes planning for infrastructure works, special events, service alterations, operational disruptions and other network requirements.

You’ll play an important role in ensuring timetable outcomes are safe, compliant and operationally effective, while creating a supportive team environment through coaching, collaboration and ongoing development.

Why Metro?

• Work for a multi-award-winning rail operator with rewarding career opportunities and the support and training to take your career to the next level.
• Be part of an inclusive, diverse and supportive workplace.
• All eligible Metro employees receive a free Myki Pass, allowing free public transport travel across Victoria.
• Access a wide range of corporate discounts, including healthcare, fitness, finance and more.
• Join a team making a real difference to Melbourne's rail network and the communities we serve.

About You

You’ll bring experience in timetable planning, along with analytical and problem-solving capabilities and the ability to work collaboratively to deliver quality outcomes in a complex operational environment.

We’re looking for someone who can bring a combination of the following skills and experience:

• Experience in timetable development and publication within a TMS environment
• Knowledge of train timetabling principles, rail operations and network requirements
• Ability to balance competing priorities and deliver quality outcomes within required timeframes
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build collaborative working relationships
• Experience supporting and developing others through coaching, mentoring and continuous improvement.

If you don’t meet every requirement but believe your skills and experience could transfer well to this role, we encourage you to apply.

This is an opportunity to step into an important leadership role where you’ll help shape timetable outcomes, contribute to the performance of Melbourne’s metropolitan rail network and support a capable and collaborative team.

Next Steps

 If this opportunity aligns with your experience and career aspirations, we encourage you to apply by submitting your resume and cover letter outlining your relevant skills and experience.

Applications close Sunday, 9 August 2026 at 11:59pm. Please note that shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date.

Metro is committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process for candidates with specific access needs. Candidates who require adjustments are encouraged to declare this in their application, so that the contact person for the position can reach out and discuss with you. 

Metro’s commitment to an inclusive workforce

At Metro, we move Melbourne and we’re powered by our people. We’re committed to building a workforce that reflects our diverse communities and celebrates the unique perspectives each person brings. Inclusion, respect and opportunity shape how we work and we invite you to join us in creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.