Launceston required to travel state-wide. Manager People and Culture

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1 Position Description Division People & Culture Position Title Training and Assessment Officer - Assets Location: Launceston required to travel state-wide Position Holder: Reports To: Manager People and Culture Direct Reports: Nil Employment Status: Permanent full-time Salary Band: Tasmanian Railway Pty Ltd General Enterprise Agreement 2015 Primary Position Objective The primary role of this position is to ensure employees are competent to perform rail operations and maintenance tasks through education, on the job training, assessment, workplace evaluation and compliance checking and to promote a safety culture throughout the organisation. Cross functional business wide approach to provision of Training and Assessment; Conducting Training Needs Analysis (TNA) by Individual/ Role/ Team/ Department; Working closely with internal customers, Supervisors and Managers to ensure all Training and Compliance needs are maintained; Working closely with the Training and Development Partner in achieving a wellstructured and coordinated training function; and Liaising with recognised external training bodies (ie RTOs) to ensure quality and compliance. Working Environment TasRail is the proud custodian of Tasmania s 150-year-old rail network. As a vertically-integrated State-owned business, Tasmanian Railway Pty Ltd (TasRail) strives to set new benchmarks of excellence through the safe, reliable and competitive delivery of innovative and integrated logistics solutions. TasRail s highly-valued team of staff and contractors continuously challenge traditional thinking and relentlessly pursue value-adding activities to achieve economic, social, environmental and leadership distinction for our customers, shareholder members and the wider Tasmanian community. Established on 1 December 2009 by an Act of Parliament, TasRail is actively managing a large investment jointly funded by State and Federal Governments into Tasmania s rail infrastructure and is poised to present an unprecedented chapter in Tasmania s remarkable rail history.

2 Key responsibilities/accountabilities The key accountabilities of the position include: Providing quality training and assessment support services to ensure that employees develop and maintain required competencies and knowledge according to role requirements; Liaise with the Learning and Development Partner to provide information, reporting and advice on operational issues; To assist in the development of effective training packages that ensure the transfer of technical skills and competencies to employees; Assist with the evaluation/audit of training and assessment services to ensure compliance, best practice training and adult learning principles, training policies and procedures, and industry standards, and relevant legislation and regulations; Assist with the development and maintenance of training materials and manuals, ensuring compliance with endorsed standards; Maintain Training and Assessment documentation, in accordance with appropriate records management systems and procedures and legislative requirements; Actively contributing ideas for improving work practices, consistent with program goals and objectives; Contribution to the Learning and Development Strategy at TasRail; Contribution to the design and delivery of supporting Learning and Development curriculum; Contribution to the quality of Learning and Development tools, processes and communication; Complying with Workplace Health and Safety policy and practices and contribute to the identification and control of occupational health and safety risks and/or hazards in the workplace; Develop and issue Training and Development plans that are operationally relevant, efficient and compliant; and Partner in the development of innovative approaches or technologies to drive business growth and continuous improvement. Other Key Accountabilities Delivering both on-job and off-job training as required; Undertaking assessments of on job tasks within the Asset Management environment; Undertaking and participating in incident investigations and analysis; Developing and implementing risk mitigation action plans; Initiating the appropriate reporting and actions from logged incidents; Participating in departmental safety and improvement projects as required including conducting of risk analyses for new and altered work practices; Carrying out training related audits, and analysis and implement corrective actions as required; Conducting reviews and assessments to ensure existing employees are competent; Supporting and promoting workplace safety including undertaking safety observations ; Delivering competency based training and assessment activities utilising company approved training packages in accordance with RTO requirements; Completing on and off job assessments in a timely manner in accordance with company requirements; Facilitation and review of online E-Learning programs as required;

3 Providing recommendations to the broader business on training related policies, procedures and Safe Work Instructions; Continuous review of training resources, materials and programs to ensure currency, relevance, efficiency and legislated compliance is met; Consult with our nominated RTOs to ensure all necessary documents and course materials are up to date, relevant and meet regulatory compliance; Participate in assessment validations and reviews; Conduct frequent maintenance-related competency assessments as per required company policy; Complete Interim Progress Reports for Trainee Positions as required; Complete re certification checklists as per Managing Rail Safety Worker policy; and Administer assessment checklists in accordance with RTO Agreement. Selection Criteria (skills, knowledge and attributes). 1. Proven attention to detail and accuracy; 2. Demonstrated ability to be self-sufficient, proactive, work independently as well as in a team environment; 3. Demonstrated ability to communicate at all levels; 4. Mentor other employees within scope of skills and qualifications; 5. Ability to deliver off job and on job training; and 6. Ability to obtain qualification in local Safe Working Systems and policies and procedures. Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience Essential Qualifications Certificate IV Training and Assessment; Holder of Certificate III in Rail Infrastructure; Current road vehicle driver s license; and Be medically fit to have the ability to obtain a Category 1 in National Rail Safety Health Assessment. Desirable Knowledge of electrical, pneumatic and mechanical functions of locomotives and rolling stock (desirable); and Knowledge of track infrastructure maintenance activities including track equipment and road rail vehicles. Essential Personal Attributes Genuine commitment to a Zero Harm safe working environment; To mentor other employees within scope of skills and qualifications; Ability to deliver off job and on job training ; Must be qualified in local Safe working Systems and policies and procedures; Computer Skills; Be prepared to undertake risk assessment course;

4 RBT unit testing; Proven attention to detail and accuracy; Demonstrated ability to be self-sufficient, proactive, work independently as well as in a team environment; Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems; Demonstrated ability to work under pressure; and Demonstrated ability to communicate at all levels.

5 Values Based Behavioural Competencies In addition to the stated responsibilities, qualifications and personal attributes, TasRail is committed to a set of Values formed through input from our people. The Values provide direction and clarity about the way we arrive at decisions, achieve performance goals, provide service to our customers and care for the environment. Specific behavioral capabilities have been developed against these values that provide a basis for employee performance goals. Value SAFETY A genuine care for the health and wellbeing of staff, contractors and the wider community LEADERSHIP Clarity of vision and strategies, to drive a culture of unity and achievement INTEGRITY Staying true to our values, even when it s hard RESPONSIBILITY Owning actions and outcomes EXCELLENCE Seeking and achieving exceptional outcomes in everything we do INNOVATION Embracing new ideas, concepts and systems to create added value Team Member Behavioural Capability Takes safety seriously. Follows safe working procedures and practices required for position. Takes action to ensure own and others safety. Proactively brings potential safety, health and environmental concerns to attention of supervisor. Sets a good example and encourages others. Makes decisions within their area of responsibility. Seeks opportunities to be involved in planning of work. Takes responsibility for their own actions. Treats people with respect and courtesy. Takes action when things aren t right even if it may be difficult. Is honest, fair and open in their dealings with others. Performs under direction and works to agreed outcomes. Produces an appropriate work output or volume. Demonstrates good judgement and adheres to established standards. Effectively manages own time. Is well organised and focused. Is flexible and adaptable to changing work environment. Work is accurate, thorough and precise. Accepts and acts on feedback for improvement. Welcomes training and other development opportunities appropriate to position. Shows initiative within the scope of position. Develops new ideas and improvements within area of responsibility. Is self-starting, motivated and enthusiastic. Recognises and isolates potential problems. Is an active participant in problem solving. Identifies causes and suggests effective solutions. Effectively implements solutions. TEAMWORK Working hard together to achieve common goals and shared outcomes Actively participates as a member of a team. Is co-operative and obtains co-operation from others. Compromises where appropriate and recognises the needs of the overall team. Fosters an environment of cooperation through effective communication. Listens and interacts effectively without alienating others. Uses an effective communication style with all levels of personnel.

6 Authority The position is required to comply with all applicable TasRail Financial Delegations, Policies, Standards and Procedures and within the authority of the position. Key Interactions Required Internal Infrastructure Maintenance Delivery Manager Infrastructure Maintenance Delivery Supervisor Maintainer Level 1 and 2 Maintainer Trainee External Suppliers Contractors Key Performance Indicators The occupant of this position will be expected to achieve the key performance indicators 1 in accordance with the expectations of the role. Working Arrangements Tasmanian Railway Pty Ltd General Enterprise Agreement 2015; 38 hour week; Intrastate travel may be required; and After hours and emergency work may be required. 1 To be developed