Production Manager- Rolling Stock Projects

Role Purpose

At Yarra Trams, we're not just moving people — we're moving Melbourne. Your journey is our passion, and it drives everything we do. From the tracks to the teams behind them, we're committed to delivering world-class service — and it all starts with passionate people like you.

Our Rolling Stock team maintains our fleet of trams and we're now on the lookout for a new Production Manager to join the team, based at our East Preston Depot. This role takes carriage of the production, installation and quality assurance of our maintenance and life extension programs, whilst ensuring safety and compliance of our workshop personnel, contractors and suppliers.

About the role:

Reporting into our Rolling Stock Project Manager, this role will:

• Ensure delivery of Rolling Stock projects within timeframe, budget & quality metrics
• Take the lead in planning, implementing and process control for tram modifications
• Partnering with the Project Manager to develop and implement a Master Production Schedule, including timely progress reporting
• Work with suppliers to ensure performance metrics are met and any defects documented and escalated appropriately
• Developing and maintaining manufacturing documentation, process instructions, bill of materials and SOP's to ensure a best practice approach
• Championing safe work practices for staff and contractors on-site

About You:

This role will suit an individual coming from a Rolling Stock, Heavy Maintenance or Engineering background who is brings:

• At least 5 years manufacturing and operations experience
• A strong process documentation background
• Maintenance planning & scheduling experience
• Project delivery experience with the ability to influence core internal and external stakeholders
• Safety and risk background, able to develop and lead JSEAs or SWMS workshops
• Relevant qualifications in Engineering or an equivalent Trades background

Why Yarra Trams?

We're proud to be part of Melbourne's heartbeat. At Yarra Trams, you'll find a supportive team, meaningful work, and opportunities to grow your career while making a difference in the lives of thousands of passengers every day.

As the operator of the world's largest tram network and an iconic part of Melbourne's transport system, Yarra Journey Makers is dedicated to serving communities by ensuring safe and reliable travel every day. Join a team focused on helping people and delivering better tram journeys to keep Melbourne moving forward.

Additionally, you will receive:

• A Free travel pass for Victoria's Public Transport Network
• Competitive salary and great conditions
• Career growth opportunities
• Workplace flexibility
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Access to our Paid Parental leave policies

Yarra Trams is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive and encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

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About Yarra Trams

Yarra Trams is proudly operated by Yarra Journey Makers, a joint venture between Transdev Australia and John Holland. We work with the Department of Transport and Planning, alongside its transport agencies and operators to provide a fully integrated, sustainable transport service for the people of Melbourne.

We're all Journey Makers, connecting people and communities across Melbourne. We're committed to caring for each other, our passengers, and the communities we serve. Our Diversity & Inclusion Strategy is a key pillar and as an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and encourage candidates of all ages, those with disabilities, and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage to apply.

Please note, our selection process includes pre-employment checks, such as a police check and a medical assessment. Yarra Trams employees are required to adhere to Yarra Trams Policies and Procedures such as, but not limited to, Health and Safety Policy, Equal Employment Opportunity & Workplace Bullying Policy, Drug and Alcohol Management Program Policy (including drug and alcohol testing programs).

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