Signaller - Kilmore East

Signaller  

• Kilmore East
• Permanent Full Time

V/Line’s purpose is to connect Victorians through safe, reliable, and accessible transport. We believe in giving all Victorians opportunities through travel and transport – connecting them to jobs, education, family and friends, services, tourism and trade.

V/Line is experiencing significant growth and we’re delivering more services, more trains, cheaper fares, and huge projects. With more than 3700 weekly train and coach services, an expansive freight network and unprecedented rail investment, millions of Victorians depend on us to deliver. You could be one of our 3100 committed team members who are up to the challenge.

About the role
As a V/Line Signaller, you will coordinate and manage train movements within a designated control area by operating signalling systems and following all relevant rail safety rules and operating procedures.
You will help deliver safe, reliable, and efficient train services for V/Line passengers 

and third-party rail operators. Depending on location, the role may also include customer service duties such as ticket sales, ticket stock management, and daily banking activities.
A key focus of the role is maintaining a safe environment for employees, customers, and visitors through effective risk identification and management. You may also be required to undertake other duties aligned with your skills, capabilities, and classification.

Key accountabilities include:

• Safely manage train movements within the control area by operating signalling systems, points and signals in accordance with rail safety rules and procedures. 
• Coordinate with Train Control, neighbouring networks, maintenance teams and workgroups to ensure safe and efficient rail operations. 
• Monitor and report signalling faults, manage track access protections, and maintain operational records. 
• Ensure the security, cleanliness and operational readiness of signalling and station facilities. 
• Deliver excellent customer service by providing timely travel information, supporting service disruptions, and helping resolve customer enquiries. 
• Promote a strong safety culture by identifying risks, reporting incidents, and maintaining a safe environment for employees, customers and the community. 
• Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, embracing continuous improvement and V/Line's values and behaviours. 
• Maintain compliance with all relevant policies, procedures, regulatory requirements and integrity standards.

Location & Travel Considerations
Given the critical, hands-on nature of the work, this is an onsite-only position based at Kilmore East. Due to fatigue management considerations, candidates who reside within 1 hour/ 80 kms radius will be required

Roster
This position requires ongoing availability to work a rotating roster, including weekends, public holidays morning, afternoon + evening shifts across a 38 hr week
About you

This position will suit a detail-oriented operator with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. You will have the opportunity to thrive in time-sensitive environments and make quick, accurate decisions under pressure. You need to bring excellent communication and reasoning skills to every task while learning on the job safe working requirements. 
Our ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Valid Victorian Drivers License
• Located within 80 Kms of Kilmore East

• Able to travel between sites daily

Desired Qualifications OR on the job training provided:
If not qualified in the following, on the job training will be provided to achieve competency in required safe working systems 

• Automatic Block Signalling 
• Section 37 Block Signalling for Double Lines 
• Train order system 
• Section 34 Operating procedures (specific locations)
   

If your skills or experience don’t exactly match our listed requirements, we still encourage you to apply. We value diverse perspectives and believe in the potential for growth and development. 

Why V/Line
In addition to free myki travel, we offer:

• Community impact – Make a genuine difference. Work in a role that connects Victorians, every day.
• Huge potential – We’re transforming, and you can too. Be a change maker, recognised for your contribution and creativity.
• Dynamic environment – V/Line operates in a constantly changing space. Join a fast-paced and exciting organisation.
• Collaborative team – You’ll be part of a broader supportive team. Surround yourself with talented, passionate peers.
• Flexible working – We support flexible working. Work in a way that supports you to thrive in your role.

  We are committed to ensuring a comfortable and accessible recruitment experience. If you need any adjustments or have specific accessibility requirements at any stage of the process, please contact our Talent team at *************@vline.com.au or 1800 800 *** for confidential support.

As an equal opportunity employer, V/Line is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace and network that reflects the communities we serve. We accept and value the contributions of all our employees regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, age or disability. We are also proud to be endorsed by Work 180 as a great place for women to work, second year in a row. 

V/Line are proud to be a part of the Department of Transport & Planning's Yani Bangal Transport and Planning Portfolio First Peoples Careers Strategy 2023-2028. We take this opportunity to welcome and encourage applications from First Peoples.  
At V/Line, safety is our priority. Successful applicants will undergo relevant pre-employment and medical checks to meet our safe working standards. V/Line is also a proud Child Safe employer.
This position will be paid in line with the V/Line Rail Operations and Administration Employees Agreement 2023 SIGNALLER, $46.3500 p/h + 5 weeks Annual Leave + 20% loading.

The selection process may include aptitude assessments, a behavioural interview and a medical risk category 1 check.

Applications close: 18th Aug 2026