Managing Consultant - Asset Management & Maintenance

About us

Network Rail Consulting (NRC) is the international consultancy arm of Network Rail, the owner and operator of Britain’s railway. Since 2013, we’ve delivered over 200 consultancy contracts across Australia, the Middle East, and North America, supporting government agencies, public and private organisations, and passenger and freight operators.

Our reputation is built on consistently high levels of client satisfaction and technical expertise. We are driven by our core values: passion, agility, collaboration, and impartiality.

We offer a competitive and flexible employee experience, including:

• Highly competitive market rate salaries
• Performance-related bonus incentive scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement (25 days per annum)
• Above award Parental Leave program
• Life Insurance & Total Permanent Disability cover
• Novated car leasing arrangements
• Career development pathways
• Learning & development programs
• Rewards Gateway employee discounts
• Flexible working arrangements

About the role:

NRC Australia is currently hiring a skilled Asset Management & Maintenance Technical Specialist with proven experience with traction power and overhead line (OHL) systems to join our growing team based in Brisbane, QLD.

This is a unique opportunity to work across diverse rail infrastructure projects, providing expert asset management and maintenance advice. You’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and client stakeholders to deliver high-value solutions that meet safety, quality, and performance standards.

What you will be involved in:

• Lead operational & maintenance needs analysis using Life Cycle Cost (LCC) modelling.
• Support system requirements, testing, and validation activities.
• Provide technical input across asset lifecycle and bid/project delivery.
• Develop standards, procedures, and training materials.
• Ensure quality and timely delivery of technical reports and solutions.

Experience & Qualifications:

Essential:

• Demonstrated experience in the rail industry and understanding of railway infrastructure assets.
• Degree or equivalent in a relevant subject area, or extensive experience.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and report writing skills.
• Ability to translate client needs into practical solutions.
• Excellent IT proficiency, including MS Office.

Desirable:

• Experience of using Enterprise Asset Management Systems (such as Ellipse, Maximo, SAP) in the rail sector is an advantage.
• Membership of relevant professional body.
• Experienced in engineering management in a safety critical industry.
• Asset Management Qualifications.

Sound interesting?

Apply today and our Talent Acquisition team will review your application in due course.

Background Checks

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NRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or veteran status. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply!

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation!