RAILWAY EMPLOYEES' AWARD NO. 18 OF 1969

WESTERN AUSTRALIAN INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS COMMISSION

PARTIES THE AUSTRALIAN RAIL, TRAM AND BUS INDUSTRY UNION OF EMPLOYEES, WEST AUSTRALIAN BRANCH

APPLICANT

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PUBLIC TRANSPORT AUTHORITY AND ORS

RESPONDENTS

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THE AUSTRALIAN RAIL, TRAM AND BUS INDUSTRY UNION OF EMPLOYEES, WEST AUSTRALIAN BRANCH

APPLICANT

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PUBLIC TRANSPORT AUTHORITY AND ORS

RESPONDENTS

CORAM COMMISSIONER J H SMITH

DATE WEDNESDAY, 18 JANUARY 2006

FILE NO/S APPLA 1068 OF 2004, APPLB 1068 OF 2004

CITATION NO. 2006 WAIRC 03494

Result Award classifications varied

Representation

Applicant Mr G W Ferguson

Respondents Mr G W Ferguson (as agent) on behalf of The Automotive, Food, Metals, Engineering, Printing & Kindred Industries Union of Workers -Western Australian Branch

Mr J Murie on behalf of Communications, Electrical, Electronic, Energy, Information, Postal, Plumbing and Allied Workers Union of Australia, Engineering & Electrical Division, WA Branch

Ms J Bishop and with her Mr D McLane on behalf of Public Transport Authority

Order

Having heard Mr Ferguson on behalf of the Applicant and Mr Ferguson as agent on behalf of The Automotive, Food, Metals, Engineering, Printing & Kindred Industries Union of Workers -Western Australian Branch, Mr Murie on behalf of Communications, Electrical, Electronic, Energy, Information, Postal, Plumbing and Allied Workers Union of Australia, Engineering & Electrical Division, WA Branch and Ms Bishop and with her Mr McLane on behalf of Public Transport Authority, the Respondents and by consent, the Commission pursuant to the powers conferred on it under the Industrial Relations Act 1979, hereby orders –

THAT the Railway Employees' Award No 18 of 1969 be varied in accordance with the following schedule and that such variation shall have effect from the date of this order, 18 January 2006.

COMMISSIONER J H SMITH

SCHEDULE

1. Clause 44. – Classification Structure and Rates of Pay:  Delete paragraph (a) of subclause (1) of this clause and insert the following in lieu thereof:

(1) (a) Table of Classifications

*Maintainer (Systems) includes Signalling, Overhead Catenary and/or Communications unless otherwise specified.

**Maintainer (Civil) includes Reserve, Track and/or Landscape unless otherwise specified, and may include Perway if specified.

2. Clause 44. – Classification Structure and Rates of Pay:  Delete the whole of paragraph (b) of subclause (1) of this clause and insert the following in lieu thereof:

(b) The classification of "Tradesperson" includes at the appropriate levels, the trade streams of Fabrication, Mechanical, and Electrical/Electronic.

3. Clause 45. – Classification Definitions:  Delete the whole of this clause and insert the following in lieu thereof:

45. - CLASSIFICATION DEFINITIONS

(1) (a) Traffic – Transperth Train Operations

REA LEVEL ONE

SUBURBAN RAIL ATTENDANT L1 (TRAINEE)

Key Responsibilities:

To assist in the provision of quality service to passengers by ensuring a high standard of presentation on railway platform and associated facilities, while learning about other aspects of passenger service.

Indicative Tasks:

                   Cleaning tasks in relation to railway facilities, equipment or vehicles.

                   Report damage or maintenance needs.

                   Attend induction-training courses as required.

                   Provides basic passenger assistance eg train information; loading; and unloading luggage.

                   Undergo training at AQF Level 1 or equivalent.

Qualifications:

Track Access

C Class Driver's Licence

REA LEVEL TWO

SUBURBAN RAIL ATTENDANT L2

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in providing quality service to passengers by ensuring a high standard of presentation of railway station facilities and equipment.

Indicative Tasks:

                   Monitor platforms and facilities at stations to ensure area and associated equipment are kept clean, tidy, well-presented and in good working order.

                   Report damage or maintenance needs to appropriate personnel.

                   Minor manual or machine assisted tasks (eg specific cleaning, tidying or similar duties) for maintaining tidy and orderly presentation of station facilities and equipment.

                   Keeping records or basic documentation (eg relating to lost property).

                   Assist L3 attendants as required.

                   Undergo training at AQF Level 2 or equivalent.

Qualifications:

AQF level 1 or equivalent

Track Access

C Class Driver's Licence

REA LEVEL THREE

SUBURBAN RAIL (STATION) ATTENDANT L3

Key Responsibilities:

To assist in the provision of quality service to passengers by ensuring high standards of presentation of railway station facilities, equipment and surrounds and assisting passengers on station platforms.

Indicative Tasks:

                   Monitor station platforms, buildings, equipment and facilities to ensure these are kept in a clean and tidy, safe and well presented condition.

                   Perform manual and machine assisted tasks in relation to monitoring and maintenance of station facilities and equipment – including operating tools or equipment that are ancillary to this role eg fare-gates.

                   Provide information and other assistance to passengers where practicable, including responding to customer complaints or problems, and routine PA announcements if required.

                   Random surveillance of railway property and reporting of any unusual activities.

                   Report damage or theft of railway property, urgent repair needs, vandalism, etc, in relation to platform facilities or equipment.

                   Report complaints, issues or security incidents as required including fare evasion.

                   Undergo training at AQF Level 3.

Qualifications:

AQF level 2 or equivalent

Track Access

C Class Driver's Licence

CARPARK ATTENDANT L3

Key Responsibilities:

Monitor and maintain car-park security and deliver associated customer service; including issuing infringements for breaches of parking by laws.

Indicative Tasks:

                   General non-trade tasks appropriate to customer service & security role.

                   Patrol and monitor allocated car parks for security related matters.

                   Respond to security incidents within the car park and render first aid if required.

                   Monitor CCTV security monitoring systems.

                   Security reports of mishaps, incidents and malfunctioning equipment, damaged machines, vandalism, graffiti, cleaning requirements and infrastructure damage.

                   Issue parking infringements.

                   Use base radio and other equipment as needed.

                   Light vehicle driving.

                   Ensure car-park environment is secure, clean and tidy.

                   Undergo training at AQF Level 3 or equivalent enterprise specific skills.

Qualifications:

AQF level 2 or equivalent

First Aid

C Class Driver's Licence

DEPOT SURVEILLANCE ATTENDANT L3

Key Responsibilities:

Monitor surveillance of railcars, buildings and other property within the depot.

Assist in the provision of a quality customer service to passengers

Indicative Tasks:

                   Surveillance of railcars, buildings/ facilities within depot & report unusual incidents.

                   Arrange appropriate action on damage reports.

                   Remove and replace videotapes from railcars daily.

                   In an emergency ie operational/evacuation, liaise with Train Control and Emergency Services; and provide ground base safe working and customer service support.

                   Assist in the provision of passenger security on the Suburban Rail System.

                   Carry out motor vehicle driving duties as required.

                   Performs general non-trade tasks appropriate to surveillance role.

                   Undertake training at AQF Level 3 or equivalent.

Qualifications:

AQF level 2 or equivalent

Track Access

C Class Driver's Licence

REA LEVEL FOUR

SUBURBAN RAIL TICKETING ASSISTANT L4

Key Responsibilities:

To assist in the provision of quality services to passengers by:

                   Monitoring equipment and facilities at railway stations and reporting malfunctions and vandalism.

                   Providing basic information and assistance to passengers for entry, exit and ticket enquiries.

                   Providing members of the public with basic information regarding train tickets.

Indicative Tasks:

                   Monitor and assist public with access to and from stations and use of facilities- (fare gates, control booths).

                   Report damage, vandalism, graffiti, misuse or malfunctions relating station facilities and equipment.

                   Submit reports on urgent cleaning, maintenance or repair requirements.

                   Ensure railway platforms & facilities are clean, well-presented & secure.

                   Use relevant equipment and machinery on platforms as required to control access to exit/entry points.

                   Maintain a physical presence and point of assistance for members of the public seeking access to stations, platforms and facilities, eg viewing tickets at station exit and entry points on platforms.

                   Assist members of the public with basic ticket enquiries, directions or information to the extent of skills and training required at this level.

                   Call for security staff or other personnel as required to deal with non-routine issues eg fare evasion, first aid emergencies, vandalism etc.

                   Maintain surveillance of railway property and equipment, and report any unusual activities to security personnel.

                   Undergo related enterprise specific training at this level.

Qualifications:

AQF level 3 or equivalent

Track Access

First Aid

C Class Driver's Licence

REA LEVEL FIVE

CUSTOMER SERVICE ASSISTANT L5

Key Responsibilities:

To provide quality service to passengers by ensuring a high standard of presentation of facilities at stations; offering a wide range of assistance to passengers; assisting in the provision of a pleasant and secure environment for travel.

Indicative Tasks:

                   Carry out frequent inspections of all stations in the group with respect to cleanliness; equipment serviceability; condition of buildings, fixtures and platform surfaces and as appropriate the cleanliness and condition of pedestrian mazes/ footpaths, footbridges, subways, car parks and bus interchange facilities.

                   Report maintenance or work required to relevant personnel.

                   Post/remove notices as required.

                   Lock/unlock passenger facilities as necessary.

                   Provide physical assistance and/or advice to passengers.

                   Assist passengers with ticketing problems as required.

                   Provide travel information to passengers.

                   Observe passenger behaviour and take appropriate action including actions in relation to fare evasion and revenue protection.

                   Monitor bus/train integration at interchanges, stations, reporting problems/actions taken.

                   Supervise group travel passengers.

                   Assist passengers entraining and detraining.

                   Observe passenger behaviour and take appropriate actions required to maintain safety and security at stations and in adjoining areas.

                   Assist in maintaining tidy condition of railcars on traffic – remove litter as far as practicable and notify driver of any other servicing requirements.

                   In emergency, co-operate with driver and emergency personnel as required.

                   Carry out safeworking and/or other duties for which qualified.

                   Carry out cannas counts.

                   Perform random surveillance of railway property and report any unusual activities.

                   By manner and personal presentation promote high quality service to passengers.

                   Drive motor vehicles as required.

                   Undergo training as required.

Qualifications:

AQF level 3 or equivalent

Plus 1-2 units of competency at AQF Level 4 or agreed equivalent knowledge

Track Access and Safe working qualifications

C Class Driver's Licence

TRANSIT GUARD L5

Key Responsibilities:

To provide quality service and security for travelling public at stations and on trains; offering assistance to passengers and staff to ensure provision of a pleasant and secure environment for the travelling public; provide security function, physical assistance and/or customer service advice to passengers

Indicative Tasks:

                   Inspect passengers' tickets and issue infringements for fare evasion.

                   Provide customer service, information and assistance to passengers, including ticket advice.

                   By manner and personal presentation promote the concept of high quality service to passengers.

                   Carry out safeworking and/or other duties for which qualified when requested to do so.

                   Undertake surveillance of railway property and report any unusual activities.

                   Circulate on trains and stations as directed to ensure safe, secure environment for Passengers.

                   Patrol and inspect stations and railcars to monitor and report on cleanliness; equipment serviceability; condition of buildings, fixtures and platform surfaces and as appropriate the cleanliness and condition of pedestrian mazes/footpaths, footbridges, subways, car parks and bus interchange facilities.

                   Report damage, maintenance or work required to relevant personnel.

                   Lock/unlock passenger facilities as necessary.

                   Observe passenger behaviour and take appropriate action as required under PTA policy and regulations to protect revenue, safety and security.

                   Collect evidence, file reports and process associated documentation.

                   Monitor passenger bus/train integration at interchange stations and advise of any problems and/or action taken.

                   Drive motor vehicles as required.

                   Undergo training as required.

Qualifications:

AQF level 3 or equivalent

Additional 1 or 2 units at AQF Level 4 or equivalent

Track Access

C Class Driver's Licence

REA LEVEL SIX

CONTROL MONITORING ROOM (CMR) OPERATOR L6

Key Responsibilities:

To ensure customer service and surveillance at the standard necessary to meet Public Transport Authority's passenger requirements.

Training, advice & assistance in CCTV/CMR equipment in accordance with PTA policies and procedures.

Indicative Tasks:

An employee at this level may be required to perform all or some of the following tasks: -

                   Provide assistance and information to passengers and staff on railway property.

                   Use CMR equipment, including CCTV cameras, to observe, obtain and deliver information in relation to PTA security or revenue functions.

                   Perform monitoring and surveillance tasks to help ensure rail and train facilities are operational and meet safety requirements.

                   Regularly check and report on CCTV and other equipment and amenities on railway property, including working order of cameras at stations, and perform necessary follow up tasks.

                   Monitor public and security staff on railway property to ensure public and rail safety, in accordance with PTA regulations and procedures.

                   Interact with staff and members of the public, as required.

                   Assist in implementing security and emergency procedures as part of CMR team, under leadership of Shift Commander.

                   Can be called upon to relieve in other CMR positions as required

                   Prepare and deliver training and workplace assessment in relation to CMR equipment and procedures under the guidance of RTO.

                   Undertake administrative tasks including documentation and reports.

                   Dealing with customer complaints and problems.

                   Undergo training as required at AQF 4 or equivalent.

Qualifications:

AQF level 3 certificate qualifications in Asset Security

Additional minimum of 70% of competencies towards relevant AQF level 4 certification

Probity requirements/clearances specific to CCTV operations

Track Access to the extent required in this position

CCTV Camera/CMR Security Training Course

REA LEVEL SEVEN

TEAM LEADERS (TRANSIT GUARD UNIT) L7

Key Responsibilities:

Provides leadership, advice, guidance and assistance to transit guards undertaking security safe-work and customer service functions on trains and at stations, working as part of a team and under limited supervision; required to maintain special constable status; and attend to more serious offences and incidents to guide delivery and response from transit guards and assist in maintaining appropriate levels of safety and security at operational level.

Indicative Tasks:

                   Guides and assists individuals or small groups of transit guards in performing security, revenue protection and customer service tasks.

                   Responsible for providing on site guidance, advice and back-up to transit guards on each shift.

                   Provides mobile response service and exercises judgement in more complex incidents and responses.

                   Attends and provides directions and advice in relation to an appropriate security response in cases of more serious offences including those involving detention and/or arrests.

                   Undertakes tasks necessary for prosecutions for fare evasion, including preparing briefs and collecting evidence.

                   Assists, communicates and interacts with passengers to maintain customer well being, safety and security.

                   Provides information to staff and passengers as required.

                   Provides detailed verbal and written reports.

                   Day-to-day role in mentoring and supervision of transit guards and other traffic wages employees, including field training for transit guards, monitoring of performance on trains and at stations and identifying further training needs.

                   Prepare and deliver training and workplace assessments, as required, under guidance of RTO.

                   Exercises discretion in performing the Team Leader role, consistent with the skills and training required at this level, including planning and implementing patrol schedules within the parameters of set rosters and operating procedures and developing pre-emptive strategies for preventing security incidents and fare evasion.

                   Responsible for implementing emergency procedures and safe working; including emergency First Aid as required.

                   Liaises with other PTA staff, including Train Control, during incidents and emergencies; and liaises with other individuals or groups as necessary for the role of Team Leader.

                   Undergo further training as required.

Qualifications:

Completed AQF level 4 certificate or equivalent

Plus additional relevant competencies at higher level eg administration/ management units, or AQF level 5, as required

Demonstrated proficiency in customer service and security service delivery

Track Access & First Aid

C Class Driver's Licence

(1) (b) Other Than Traffic – Network and Infrastructure

REA LEVEL ONE

MAINTAINER L1 SYSTEMS:  COMMUNICATIONS, SIGNALS & OVERHEAD

Key Responsibilities:

Undertakes routine manual duties including cleaning, under direct supervision, usually in a team.

Indicative Tasks:

                   Performs general non-trade tasks as appropriate in relevant branches.

                   Perform routine maintenance and basic fault finding on vehicles and mechanical plant.

                   Operates relevant hand tools, equipment & machinery associated with work area.

                   Drives light vehicles.

                   Exercises safety within the workplace.

                   Performs measuring, lifting, loading, cleaning and manual handling.

                   Undertakes pick up and deliveries.

                   General assistance to crane drivers, tradespersons, maintainers and other staff on worksite, within the limits of training and competency.

                   Undertake training at AQF Level 1 or equivalent, and for Track Access.

Qualifications:

Track Access (various levels)

C Class Driver's licence

MAINTAINER L1 CIVIL:  PERWAY, LANDSCAPE, RESERVE, TRACK

Key Responsibilities:

Undertakes routine manual duties on and around the railway reserve, including gardening, basic maintenance, cleaning up, working under direct supervision, usually in a team.

Indicative Tasks:

                   Performs general non-trade tasks as appropriate.

                   Collection of general rubbish, leaves, debris, in car park areas, pedestrian maze ways, rail reserve along fence line, and perway but not within 3 meters of the overhead traction line or running line.

                   Basic customer service tasks eg providing directions to passengers, directing passengers to avoid work site areas on and around stations.

                   Perform basic maintenance, cleaning up and gardening tasks, including rubbish removal.

                   Manual and machine-assisted cleaning/maintenance tasks including lifting, loading, digging.

                   Uses light hand tools.

                   Drives light vehicles.

                   Maintain records as necessary.

                   Exercises safety within the workplace.

                   Undertakes pick up and deliveries.

                   Undertake training at AQF Level 1 or equivalent.

Qualifications:

Track Access

C Class Driver's licence

REA LEVEL TWO

MAINTAINER L2 SYSTEMS:  COMMUNICATIONS, SIGNALS & OVERHEAD

Key Responsibilities:

                   Utilises manual and mechanical aids, provides assistance and exercises basic skills on a wide range of non-trade tasks under direct supervision individually or in team to the level of training.

                   Carries out minor maintenance tasks and assist with maintenance of machinery, plant, systems and equipment (overhead, signals, communications areas).

Indicative Tasks:

                   Performs general non-trade tasks as appropriate in relevant branches.

                   Operates relevant hand tools, equipment & machinery associated with work area.

                   Performs specific manual or machine assisted cleaning, lifting, loading and unloading tasks.

                   Recognises basic quality standards/faults.

                   Digs trenches, lays cables.

                   Performs manual or machine assisted tasks incidental to maintenance role.

                   Maintains necessary records.

                   Exercises safety within the workplace.

                   Drives light vehicles.

                   Assist staff in servicing, maintenance, and repair of vehicles.

                   Perform specific cleaning tasks using manual or mechanized means.

                   Perform routine maintenance tasks on plant and equipment.

                   Keyboard operation.

                   Training at AQF Level 2 or equivalent.

Qualifications:

AQF level 1 or equivalent

Track Access

C Class Driver's Licence

MAINTAINER L2 CIVIL:  RESERVE, LANDSCAPE, TRACK

Key Responsibilities:

Undertakes routine manual duties on and around the railway reserve, including gardening, basic maintenance, cleaning up, working under direct supervision, usually in a team.

Performs miscellaneous tasks of a non trade nature around stations, yards, passenger areas and depots; may work at more than one location during a shift.

Indicative Tasks:

                   Performs general non-trade tasks as appropriate.

                   Collection and removal of general rubbish, leaves, debris, in car park areas, pedestrian maze ways, rail reserve along fence line, and perway but not within 3 meters of the overhead traction line or running line.

                   Basic customer service tasks such as providing directions to passengers, directing passengers to avoid work site areas on and around stations.

                   Perform general maintenance, cleaning up and gardening tasks, including rubbish removal.

                   Manual and machine-assisted cleaning/maintenance tasks including lifting, loading, digging.

                   Uses hand tools, machinery and equipment incidental to task.

                   Drives light vehicles.

                   Maintain records as necessary.

                   Exercises safety within the workplace.

                   May be required to undertake pick up and deliveries.

                   Undertake training at AQF Level 2 or equivalent.

Qualifications:

AQF level 1 or equivalent

Track Access

C Class Driver's Licence

REA LEVEL THREE

MAINTAINER L3 SYSTEMS:  SIGNALS, OVERHEAD & COMMUNICATIONS

Key Responsibilities:

Utilises and operates manual and mechanical aids, motor trucks, mechanical plant and mobile and fixed overhead cranes; provides assistance and exercises basic mechanical and related skills on a wide range of non-trade tasks under direct supervision either individually or in a team to the level of training.

Indicative Tasks:

                   Perform general non-trade and trade support /assistance tasks (exercising basic work skills) under direct supervision either individually or assisting more senior staff, or in a team to the level of training.

                   Performs routine maintenance, running repairs and basic fault finding to vehicles, mechanical plant, mobile cranes and other equipment as appropriate.

                   Climb and work on communication and power poles and signal masts; work in confined spaces; traverse perway and various railway reserve terrain in performance of duties.

                   Dig trenches and lays cables; erect and position systems structures and mechanical equipment along the railway.

                   Operates relevant hand & power tools, equipment and machinery associated with work area including base radio; performs specific manual or machine assisted cleaning tasks.

                   Recognises basic quality standards/faults.

                   Provides and maintains records and documentation incidental to role.

                   Exercises safety within the workplace.

                   Exercises and implements safety procedures.

                   Performs light vehicle and motor truck driving duties as required.

                   Licensed, Certified and Qualified operation of fixed and mobile plant, motor trucks and cranes.

                   Operates motor trucks and attachments, and other mechanical plant and equipment as required.

                   Assists in general office administration tasks; keyboard operation.

                   Undertake training at AQF Level 3 or equivalent enterprise specific skills /knowledge.

Qualifications:

AQF level 2 or equivalent

Track Access & First Aid

Vehicle/ equipment operator & C Class Driver's Certificates and Licences

MAINTAINER L3 CIVIL:  RESERVE, TRACK & LANDSCAPE

Key Responsibilities:

Undertakes routine cleaning and maintenance tasks on and around the railway reserve, including gardening, basic maintenance, cleaning up sites, working under direct supervision, usually in a team; may work at various locations during one shift.

Indicative Tasks:

                   Performs general non-trade tasks as appropriate for maintenance of rail reserve, track and landscape and associated areas.

                   Collection of general rubbish, leaves, debris, in car park areas, pedestrian maze ways, rail reserve along fence line, and perway but not within 3 meters of the overhead traction line or running line.

                   Basic customer service tasks eg providing directions to passengers, directing passengers to avoid work site areas on and around stations.

                   Perform basic maintenance, cleaning up and gardening tasks, including rubbish removal.

                   Manual and machine-assisted cleaning/maintenance tasks including lifting, loading, digging.

                   Uses tools, plant, machinery and equipment as required for maintenance.

                   Drives light vehicles and motor trucks; operates licensed and certificated fixed and mobile mechanical plant and equipment.

                   Maintain records as necessary.

                   Exercises safety within the workplace.

                   May be required to undertake pick up and deliveries.

                   Undertake training at AQF Level 3 or equivalent.

Qualifications:

Track Access

AQF Level 2 or equivalent

Vehicle/operator licences as required

REA LEVEL THREE(A)

MAINTAINER L3A (SIGNALS)

Key Responsibilities:

Required to work or assist signals maintenance work groups or tradespersons to carry out effective and efficient basic service restoration and maintenance tasks on power/mechanical signalling, level crossing protection equipment and overhead communication /power lines.

Indicative Tasks:

                   Perform basic maintenance functions and a wide range of non-trade tasks (exercising basic work skills) either individually or assisting more senior staff, or in a team to the level of training.

                   Perform routine maintenance and basic fault finding on electrical signalling within level of training, competence and licensing requirements.

                   Climb and work up communication and power poles and signal masts; work in confined spaces; digs trenches and lays cables.

                   Traverse Perway and various railway reserve terrain in performance of duties.

                   Erect and position signals structures and mechanical equipment along the railway.

                   Operate motor trucks and attachments, mechanical plant and equipment including cranes and drive light vehicles.

                   Perform routine maintenance and safe running repairs to vehicle and plant.

                   Utilise range of tools, equipment and machinery associated with work area.

                   Perform specific manual or machine assisted cleaning and maintenance tasks.

                   Maintain documentation and records.

                   Undertake training at AQF Level 3 or equivalent.

Qualifications:

Part completion of AQF level 3 or equivalent

Stipulated enterprise specific signals skills & knowledge.

Vehicle/operator licences as required

Track Access

REA LEVEL FOUR

MAINTAINER L 4 SYSTEMS:  SIGNALS, COMMUNICATIONS, OVERHEAD

Key Responsibilities:

Utilises manual and mechanical aids, vehicles and plant as appropriate on a wide range of tasks and coordinates the allocation and maintenance of those items as necessary; responsible for team or small groups when required; assists with both coordination of work and with provision of on the job training of staff, exercises discretion and works in a team or individually under minimal supervision.

Indicative Tasks:

                   Performs general non trade tasks and basic trade tasks, for purposes of maintenance, running repairs and fault finding to limit of training required for this level.

                   Plans, organizes, leads and performs tasks in team.

                   Maintains documentation and records including performing necessary administrative tasks.

                   Performs manual tasks and operates/adjusts machinery and equipment to perform a range of maintenance/repair tasks including welding & lifting, setting up and dismantling of scaffolding.

                   Undertakes running repairs on a range of machines/work stations including cleaning and preventative maintenance.

                   Operates as required and performs or co-ordinates the necessary maintenance to relevant tools, equipment, plant and machinery, including driving vehicles or trucks where necessary.

                   Understands and applies quality control techniques.

                   Detects faults and where appropriate arrange rectification.

                   Performs the necessary administrative duties.

                   Supervises, controls and co-ordinates group or individuals activities.

                   Provides on-the-job training.

                   Exercises and implements safety procedures and requirements.

                   Utilises computers, radio, communications equipment and associated technology to extent of training at this level.

                   Undertake general office administration duties at a higher level than L3, including inventory and stock control.

                   Provides on the job supervision and training.

                   Undertake training at AQF Level 4 or equivalent.

Qualifications:

AQF level 3 or equivalent

Track Access

Vehicle and operators' licences as required

MAINTAINER L4 CIVIL:  RESERVE, TRACK, LANDSCAPE

Key Responsibilities:

Utilises manual and mechanical aids, vehicles, plant, equipment and machinery as appropriate on a wide range of maintenance tasks and co-ordinates the allocation and maintenance of those items as necessary.

Responsible for a team or small groups when required, assists with both the co-ordination of work and with the provision of on-the-job training of staff, exercises discretion and works in a team or individually under minimal supervision.

Indicative Tasks:

                   Performs basic mechanical and general non-trade tasks appropriate to workplace at various locations.

                   Performs range of maintenance tasks and operates/adjusts tools, plant, machinery and equipment to perform maintenance/repair duties including welding & lifting, setting up and dismantling of scaffolding.

                   Undertakes running repairs on a range of machines/work stations including cleaning and preventative maintenance.

                   Operates plant and machinery as required and performs or co-ordinates the necessary maintenance to relevant hand, power and pneumatic tools, equipment and machinery.

                   Understands and applies quality control and rail safety procedures.

                   Detects faults and where appropriate arrange rectification.

                   Performs the necessary administrative duties.

                   Supervises, controls and co-ordinates group or individuals activities.

                   Provides on-the-job training and supervision.

                   Exercises and implements safety procedures and requirements.

                   Operate all mobile plant and machinery including motor trucks and vehicles.

                   Utilises computers and communication equipment, and associated technology eg keyboard and software.

                   Undertake general office administration duties at a higher level than L3.

                   Undertake training at AQF Level 4 or equivalent.

Qualifications:

AQF level 3 or equivalent

Track Access

Vehicle and operator licences as required

PERWAY PATROLLER L4:  NETWORK & INFRASTRUCTURE

Key Responsibilities:

Examine, protect, repair, maintain and report on the safe and proper condition of the perway, railway reserve and infrastructure to level of skills and training at this level; exercises discretion; safeworking responsibilities.

Indicative Tasks:

                   Inspect railway reserve, perway and identify evidence of irregularities, safety and operational difficulties/variations; arrange corrective action as and when required

                   Protect, carry out maintenance, and arrange for repairs to perway assets and rail reserve/infrastructure.

                   Operate on track equipment and plant; including rail inspection vehicles.

                   Use associated tools, machinery and equipment incidental to main functions.

                   Monitor, review /report tasks in relation to work undertaken by contractors on perway.

                   Utilise computers and associated technology required in this role, which may include data loggers and standard computer programs.

                   Participate in training/safety planning and program maintenance activities.

                   Liaise with relevant PTA and other staff in relation to work outcomes.

                   Commence training at AQF Level 4 or equivalent.

Qualifications:

AQF level 3 or equivalent

Track Access

Vehicle and operator licences as stipulated

MECHANICAL TRADESPERSON/FITTER L4:  NETWORK & INFRASTRUCTURE

Key Responsibilities:

Exercises trade skills and knowledge under limited supervision either individually or in a team environment.

Develops independent judgement and exercises a wider range of skills than at L4 trades level, relevant to the special requirements of the organisation.

Indicative Tasks:

                   Assembles, manufactures, installs, repairs, maintains, examines, inspects, tests, measures, modifies, commissions and fault finds on equipment, plant, vehicles, machinery components or instruments including any associated systems.

                   Understands and exercises safety.

                   Works from drawings prints or plans.

                   Applies calculations where necessary.

                   Uses fixed, portable and hand machines, including hand tools and precision instruments.

                   Material/tooling/component identification, selection, application and installation.

                   Writes NC (Numerical Control) programmes.

                   Performs marking out tasks.

                   Undertakes welding, cutting and heat treatment.

                   Understands quality assurance and applies quality control techniques.

                   Undertakes tasks incidental or peripheral to the performance of the main task or function.

                   Provides guidance and assistance to other non-trades staff.

                   Uses computer keyboard and software.

                   Provides verbal and written reports.

                   Undertake training at AQF Level 4 or equivalent.

Qualifications:

Mechanical Trades Certificate

Track Access

Vehicle and operator licences as required

ELECTRICAL TRADESPERSON/FITTER L4:  NETWORK & INFRASTRUCTURE

Key Responsibilities:

Exercises trade skills and knowledge under minimal supervision either individually or in a team environment.

Develops independent judgement and exercises a wide range of skills relevant to the specific requirements of the organisation.

Indicative Tasks:

                   Assembles, manufactures, installs, repairs, maintains, examines, inspects, tests, measures, modifies commissions and fault finds on equipment, plant, vehicles, machinery, components or instruments.

                   Understands and exercises safety.

                   Works from drawings, prints or plans.

                   Applies calculations where necessary.

                   Utilises fixed, portable and hand machines, tools and instruments.

                   Material/component identification, selection, application and installation.

                   Performs marking out tasks.

                   Undertakes soldering and/or welding and cutting.

                   Understands quality assurance and applies quality control techniques.

                   Wide range of tasks incidental/peripheral to main task or function.

                   Provides guidance and assistance to other staff.

                   Uses computer keyboards; provides verbal and written reports.

                   Undergo training including at AQF Level 4 or equivalent.

Qualifications:

Electrical Trades Certificate

Track Access

Vehicle and operator licences as required

REA LEVEL FIVE

SENIOR MAINTAINER L5 SYSTEMS:  SIGNALS, OVERHEAD, COMMUNICATION

Key Responsibilities:

Operation, supervision, control and coordination as appropriate, of work groups or other functions; performs and supervises maintenance work in Signals, Overhead Catenary or Communications areas.

Exercises discretion on a wide range of non-trade tasks or some basic trade tasks, under general supervision either individually or in a team to the level of training.

Indicative Tasks:

                   Supervises and guides individuals or groups, including on the job training on site, and supervises other activities as required.

                   Performs, assists and supervises maintenance tasks as required.

                   Performs basic trade and non trade tasks as appropriate for role.

                   Operates, controls and performs routine maintenance to complex specialised machinery.

                   Understands and implements quality control techniques.

                   Detects faults and where appropriate arranges rectification.

                   Provides on-the-job training.

                   Performs necessary administrative tasks.

                   Exercises and implements safety procedures and requirements.

                   Undertake training at AQF Level 4 or equivalent.

Qualifications:

AQF level 3 or trade certificate, or equivalent

Plus 1 – 2 units at AQF 4 or equivalent

Track Access

Vehicle and operator licences as required

SENIOR MAINTAINER L5 CIVIL:  TRACK, RESERVE, PERWAY, AND LANDSCAPE

Key Responsibilities:

Work on per-way, railway reserve and related areas on rail reserve.

Inspections, supervision of reserve maintainers, operate related equipment and machinery, co-ordination, as appropriate, of work groups.

Exercises discretion on a wide range of non-trade tasks, or some basic trade tasks, under general supervision either individually or in a team to the level of training.

Indicative Tasks:

                   Supervises individuals or groups on site; provides on the job training; or exercises additional skills and responsibilities for maintenance of perway (specialist role).

                   Utilises such tools, equipment and machinery, and operates or supervises operation of equipment, plant and machinery as required.

                   Performs, guides, assists and supervises maintenance tasks as required.

                   Performs basic trade and non trade tasks as appropriate for role.

                   Operates, controls and performs routine maintenance to complex specialised machinery.

                   Understands and implements quality control techniques.

                   Detects faults and where appropriate arranges rectification.

                   Provides on-the-job training and workplace assessments.

                   Performs necessary administrative tasks at this level.

                   Exercises and implements safety procedures and requirements.

                   Undertake training at AQF Level 4 or equivalent.

Qualifications:

AQF level 3 or trade certificate, or equivalent

Plus 1-2 units at AQF 4 or equivalent

Track Access & First Aid

Vehicle and operator licences as required

MECHANICAL FITTER/TRADESPERSON L5:  NETWORK & INFRASTRUCTURE

Key Responsibilities:

Exercises improved trade skills and knowledge under limited supervision either individually or in a team environment.

Develops independent judgement and exercises a wider range of skills relevant to the specific requirements of the organisation.

Maintains infrastructure by providing support for technicians and technical officers.

Indicative Tasks:

                   Assembles, manufactures, installs, repairs, maintains, examines, inspects, tests, measures, modifies, commissions & fault finds on equipment, plant, vehicles, machinery, components or instruments including any associated systems.

                   Understands and exercises safety.

                   Works from drawings, prints or plans.

                   Applies calculations where necessary.

                   Uses fixed, portable and hand machines, hand tools and instruments.

                   Material/tooling/component, identification, selection, application and installation.

                   Writes, finds and edits faults on NC programmes.

                   Performs marking out tasks.

                   Undertakes welding, cutting and heat treatment.

                   Undertakes a wider range of tasks incidental or peripheral to the performance of the main task or function.

                   Provides guidance and assistance to other staff.

                   Uses computer keyboards.

                   Provides verbal and written reports.

Qualifications:

Trade Certificate - (AQF 3-equivalent)

Additional 1 or 2 units at AQF 4 or equivalent

Track Access

Vehicle and operator licences as required

ELECTRICAL FITTER/TRADESPERSON L5:  NETWORK & INFRASTRUCTURE

Key Responsibilities:

Exercises improved trade skills and knowledge under limited supervision either individually or in a team environment.

Develops independent judgement and exercises a wider range of skills relevant to the specific requirements of the organisation.

Indicative Tasks:

                   Assembles, manufactures, installs, repairs, maintains, examines, inspects, tests, measures, modifies commissions and fault finds on equipment, plant, vehicles, machinery, components or instruments.

                   Understands and exercises safety.

                   Works from drawings, prints or plans.

                   Applies calculations where necessary.

                   Uses fixed, portable and hand machines, tools and instruments.

                   Material/component identification, selection, application and installation.

                   Performs marking out tasks.

                   Undertakes soldering and/or welding and cutting.

                   Understands quality assurance and applies quality control techniques.

                   Undertakes a wider range of tasks incidental or peripheral to the performance of the main task or function.

                   Provides guidance and assistance to other staff.

                   Uses computers and associated technology eg keyboards.

                   Provides verbal and written reports.

                   Undertake training at AQF Level 4 or equivalent.

Qualifications:

Trades certificate & post-trade competencies eg 1 or 2 units at AQF 4, or equivalent

Track Access

Vehicle and operator licences as required

REA LEVEL SIX

ADVANCED MAINTAINER L6 SYSTEMS:  SIGNALS, OVERHEAD & COMMUNICATIONS

Key Responsibilities:

Planning, direction, supervision, control and co-ordination, as appropriate of more than one work group or function above the requirements at REA L5 classifications; and exercises discretion in a wide range of non-trade tasks or basic trade tasks, under general supervision, either individually or in a team as consistent with this role.

Indicative Tasks:

                   Supervises individuals or groups and supervises other activities required.

                   Ensures maintenance work complies with operating and rail safety rules.

                   Performs trade and non trade tasks as appropriate for role at this level.

                   Undertakes maintenance, inspection, construction and repair tasks within the limits of skills and training.

                   Operates full range of on track equipment, plant, tools and machinery needed to perform more complex maintenance tasks in signals, overhead or communications.

                   Plans, directs and co-ordinates complex specialised machinery.

                   Understands and implements safety and quality control techniques.

                   Detects faults and where appropriate arranges rectification.

                   Prepares and delivers on-the-job training and workplace assessment.

                   Performs necessary administrative tasks including documentation, maintaining records, performance management, inventory & stores duties, and other administrative and supervisory tasks as required for the allocated maintenance area.

                   Responsibility for groups or activities the classification criterion for which is specifically nominated at this level.

                   Undertake training for completion of AQF 4 certificate.

Qualifications:

Minimum of 70% or more towards AQF 4 certificate including training/workplace assessment competencies

Enterprise specific skills and specialized knowledge to the required level in specified area of maintenance (signals, overhead catenary or communications)

Track Access & First Aid

Vehicle and operator licences as required

PERWAY PATROLLER L6:  NETWORK & INFRASTRUCTURE

Key Responsibilities:

Planning, direction, supervision, control and co-ordination, as appropriate of work groups or other functions above the classification criteria for Level 5 and exercises discretion in a wide range of non-trade tasks, or some basic trade tasks, under general supervision either individually or in a team to the level of training.

Plans, coordinates, directs, examines, protects, repairs, maintains and reports on the safe and proper condition of the permanent way, railway reserve and infrastructure.

Indicative Tasks:

                   Supervises individuals or groups.

                   Supervises other activities as required.

                   Performs basic trade tasks as appropriate.

                   Undertakes inspection and organizes repairs to railway infrastructure, including signalling equipment, perway, or overhead catenary.

                   Operates on a wide range of on track equipment, plant, tools and machinery as needed to perform maintenance functions.

                   Plans, directs and co-ordinates use of complex specialised machinery.

                   Understands and implements quality control techniques.

                   Detects faults and where appropriate arranges rectification.

                   Participates in Safety planning tasks.

                   Provides on-the-job training and performs necessary administrative tasks.

                   Report writing and documentation.

                   Liaison and communication with relevant personnel as required for rail and perway maintenance and safety.

                   Exercises and implements safety procedures and requirements.

                   Responsibility for groups or activities the classification criterion for which is specifically nominated at this level.

                   Undertake training for completion of AQF level 4 competencies.

Qualifications:

Minimum of 70 % or more competencies towards AQF 4 certificate, or equivalent, including training & workplace assessment competencies

Enterprise specific knowledge and skills required

Safeworking knowledge, Track Access & First Aid

Vehicle and operator licences as required

SIGNAL FITTER/SENIOR MECHANICAL TRADESPERSON L6:  NETWORK & INFRASTRUCTURE

Key Responsibilities:

Exercises advanced trade skills and knowledge under limited supervision either individually or in a team environment.

Exercises independent judgement and a wider range of skills relevant to the specific requirements of the organisation.

Indicative Tasks:

                   Assembles, manufactures, installs, repairs, maintains, examines, inspects, tests, measures, modifies, commissions and fault find/diagnosis on equipment, plant, vehicles, machinery, components or instruments which may utilise circuitry or control systems.

                   Understands and exercises safety.

                   Works from drawings, prints or plans and develops drawings as required.  Applies calculations where necessary.

                   Uses fixed, portable and hand machines.

                   Utilises hand tools and precision instruments.

                   Material/tooling/component, identification, selection, application and installation.

                   Writes programmes, set up prove, edit and verify first-off samples for a range of NC/CNC machines and control units.  Performs operations on CAD/CAM terminals for NC programming.

                   Performs marking out tasks.

                   Undertakes welding, cutting and heat treatment.

                   Applies quality control and exercises quality assurance techniques.

                   Undertakes a wider range of tasks incidental or peripheral to the performance of the main task or function.

                   Provides guidance and assistance to other staff.

                   Uses computer keyboards.

                   Provides verbal and written reports.

                   Undertake training for completion of AQF 4 qualifications.

Qualifications:

AQF 3 in relevant competencies (trade certificate) & further qualifications ie completion of 70% or more units required for AQF 4 or equivalent (post trade certificate in relevant field

Track Access & First Aid

Vehicle and operator licences as required

ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN L6:  NETWORK & INFRASTRUCTURE

An Electrical Technician Level 6 means an employee who has the equivalent level of training and/or experience to a Tradesperson Level 5 and is engaged in detail drafting or planning or technical work which requires the exercise of judgement and skill in excess of that required of an employee at Level 5 under the supervision of technical staff.

Key Responsibilities:

Responsible for monitoring, maintenance and minor repairs of electrical installations and advises of faults or safety hazards.

Exercises specialized technical skills and knowledge under limited supervision either individually or in a team environment.

Exercises independent judgement and a wider range of skills relevant to the specific requirements of the organisation.

Indicative Tasks:

                   Maintenance of electrical installations.

                   Assembles, manufactures, installs, repairs, maintains, examines, inspects, tests, measures, modifies, commissions and fault finds on equipment, plant, vehicles, machinery, components or instruments.

                   Understands and exercises safety.

                   Works from drawings prints or plans and develops drawings as required.  Applies calculations where necessary.

                   Documents and plans maintenance work, provides reports.

                   Uses fixed, portable and hand machines.

                   Utilises hand tools and precision instruments, including specialized equipment and machinery incidental to role.

                   Material/tooling/component, identification, selection, application and installation.

                   Write and uses computer programs and associated technology at this level of training and skill, works on range of machines and control units.

                   Undertakes range of trade-related tasks to level of training.

                   Undertakes small installation works.

                   Prepares and plans electrical works.

                   Applies quality control and exercises quality assurance techniques.

                   Undertakes a wider range of tasks incidental or peripheral to the performance of the main task or function.

                   Provides guidance and assistance to other staff .including subcontractors carrying out electrical repairs/installation.

                   Uses computer keyboards.

                   Provides verbal and written reports including maintenance/ installation documentation.

                   Undertake training for completion of AQF 4 qualifications.

Qualifications:

Electrical Trades certificate or equivalent certification for technician at AQF level 3

70% or more of units for Diploma at AQF 4 (post trade certificate)

Track Access

Vehicle and operator licences as required

ELECTRICAL FITTER/SENIOR TRADESPERSON L6:  NETWORK & INFRASTRUCTURE

Key Responsibilities:

Exercises advanced trade skills and knowledge under limited supervision either individually or in a team environment.

Exercises independent judgement and exercises a wider range of skills relevant to the specific requirements of the organisation.

Indicative Tasks:

                   Assembles, manufactures, installs, repairs, maintains, examines, inspects, tests, measures, modifies, commissions and fault finds on equipment, plant, vehicles, machinery, components or instruments.

                   Understands and exercises safety.

                   Works from drawings, prints or plans and develops drawings as required.  Applies calculations where necessary.

                   Uses fixed, portable and hand machines.

                   Utilises hand tools and precision instruments.

                   Material/component identification, selection, application and installation.

                   Performs marking out tasks.

                   Undertakes soldering and/or welding and cutting.

                   Applies quality control and exercises quality assurance techniques.

                   Undertakes a wider range of tasks which are incidental or peripheral to the performance of the main task or function.

                   Provides guidance, assistance and training to other staff.

                   Uses computer keyboards and undertakes basic computer programming.

                   Performs work of a general nature on radio, communication and electronic equipment.

                   Provides verbal and written reports.

                   Undertake training for completion of AQF 4 competencies

Qualifications:

Electrical trades certificate & minimum 70% or more of units towards AQF 4 or equivalent post trade certificate

Track Access

Vehicle and operator licences as required

REA LEVEL SEVEN - (Post-Trade Qualifications, Senior Supervisory Roles)

PERWAY PATROLLER L7:  NETWORK & INFRASTRUCTURE

Key Responsibilities:

Provides leadership, advice, guidance and assistance to perway maintenance staff, working as part of a team and under limited supervision; required to inspect, protect, maintain and report on the safe and proper condition of the perway, railway reserve and railway infrastructure; required to attend to non-routine matters and recommend appropriate actions and liaise with authorities and staff as appropriate to maintain necessary safety of passengers and staff on and about railway.

Indicative Tasks:

                   Guide, supervises and assists individuals and small groups performing perway maintenance and repairs; checks work complies with rail safety and quality standards.

                   Responsible for inspecting, protecting, maintaining, repairing and reporting evidence of variations from safety and operational limits.

                   Undertakes tasks necessary for reserve maintenance, including detailed reports or more complex inspection/repair tasks.

                   Provides written documentation, reports and information to PTA, authorities and staff on perway and other matters, as required.

                   On the job supervision of perway staff including on the job training, performance review and identifying training needs.

                   Exercises discretion in performing role, including planning and implementing maintenance and repair schedules and developing pre-emptive strategies for preventing difficulties or incidents on the track or perway.

                   Responsible for implementing emergency procedures.

                   Safe-working role and provide first aid if required.

                   Liaises with other PTA staff, including Train Control, during incidents and emergencies.

                   Supervision of individuals or small groups.

                   An employee at this level may be required to perform/deliver on the job training, workplace assessment and supervision to personnel on the perway/rail reserve, under the guidance of RTO.

                   Undergo relevant training.

Qualifications:

Completed AQF 4 Certificate or equivalent

Additional enterprise specific skills/understanding eg rail reserve, safeworking, including at least one higher unit of competency in administration/management

Track Access

Vehicle and operator licences as required

SUPERVISORY/SPECIALISED ELECTRICAL TRADES L7:  NETWORK & INFRASTRUCTURE

Key Responsibilities:

Exercises specialised trade skills and knowledge under minimal supervision either individually or in a team environment.

Exercises a high level of judgement and a wider range of skills relevant to the specific requirements of the organisation.

Supervises, inspects and reports on work done by tradespersons/contractors.

Indicative Tasks:

                   Assembles, manufactures, installs, repairs, maintains, examines, inspects, tests, measures, modifies, commissions and fault finds on equipment, plant, vehicles, machinery, components or instruments which utilise circuitry or control systems.

                   Understands and exercises safety.

                   Works from drawings, prints or plans and develops drawings and undertakes basic design as required.  Applies calculations where necessary.

                   Uses fixed, portable and hand machines.

                   Utilises hand tools and precision instruments.

                   Material/component identification, selection, application and installation.

                   Performs marking out tasks.

                   Undertakes soldering and/or welding and cutting.

                   Applies quality control and quality assurance techniques.

                   Undertakes a wider range of advanced tasks incidental or peripheral to the performance of the main tasks or function.

                   Provides training, assessment, guidance and assistance to other staff.

                   Uses computer and undertakes computer programming.

                   Performs work on radio, communication and electronic systems and equipment.

                   Provides verbal and written reports of a technical nature.

                   Undertake training including training at AQF 5 level.

Qualifications:

Electrical Trades Certificate – Licensed Fitter/Mechanic & AQF 4 (post trades certificate) or equivalent

Vehicle and operator licences as required

Track Access

Additional enterprise specific knowledge including at least one higher unit of competency unit at administration/management or AQF 5 level

SUPERVISORY/SPECIALISED MECHANICAL TRADES L7:  NETWORK & INFRASTRUCTURE

Key Responsibilities:

Exercises specialised trade skills and knowledge of the stream under minimal supervision either individually or in a team environment.

Exercises a high level of judgement and a wider range of skills relevant to the specific requirements of the organisation.

Indicative Tasks:

                   Assembles, manufactures, installs, repairs, maintains, examines, inspects, tests, measures, modifies, commissions and fault find/diagnosis on equipment, plant, vehicles, machinery, components or instruments which utilise complex circuitry or control systems.

                   Understands and exercises safety.

                   Works from drawings prints or plans and develops drawings and undertakes basic design as required.  Applies calculations where necessary.

                   Uses fixed, portable and hand machines.

                   Utilises hand tools and precision instruments.

                   Material/tooling/component, identification, selection, application and installation.

                   Writes NC/CNC programmes for a range of NC/CNC machines and control units.

                   Applies Computer Numerical Control techniques in machining.

                   Applies quality control and quality assurance techniques.

                   Undertakes wider range of tasks incidental or peripheral to performance of main task/ function.

                   Advises in development of training and provides guidance and assistance to other staff.

                   Uses computer keyboards and undertakes computer programming.

                   Provides verbal and written reports of a technical nature.

                   Undertake training at AQF 5.

Qualifications:

Vehicle and operator licences as required

Track Access

AQF 4 certificate or equivalent

PLUS additional enterprise specific knowledge including at least one unit at administration/management or AQF 5 level

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN L7:  NETWORK & INFRASTRUCTURE

Engineering Technician Level 7 means an employee who has the equivalent level of training and/or experience to a -Tradesperson Level 6 but is engaged in one of the following areas:

                   Detail drafting or planning or technical duties requiring judgement and skill in excess of that required of a technician at Level 6 under the supervision of Technical Staff; or

                   Possesses a level of training and/or experience at Level 6 and exercises cross skilling in technical fields as defined.

Qualifications:

Relevant trade/technician certificate and licence

Relevant post trade/higher technician qualifications AQF 4 certificate or equivalent

PLUS At least one unit of competency at administration/management or AQF 5 level

Additional enterprise specific knowledge/understanding

Vehicle and operator licences as required

Track Access

SIGNALS TECHNICIAN L7:  NETWORK & INFRASTRUCTURE

Signals Technician Level 7 means an employee who has equivalent level of training and/or experience to a - Special Class Level 6 but is engaged in one of the following areas:

                   Detail drafting or planning or technical duties requiring judgement and skill in excess of that required of a technician at Level 6 under the supervision of Technical Staff, or

                   Possesses a level of training and/or experience at Level 6 and exercises cross skilling in technical fields as defined.

Key Responsibilities:

Exercises specialised trade skills and knowledge under minimal supervision either individually or in a team environment.

Exercises a high level of judgement and a wider range of skills relevant to the specific requirements of the organisation.

Indicative Tasks:

                   Assembles, manufactures, installs, repairs, maintains, examines, inspects, tests, measures, modifies, commissions and fault find/diagnosis on equipment, plant, vehicles, machinery, components or instruments utilising complex circuitry or control systems.

                   Understands and exercises safety.

                   Works from drawings prints or plans and develops drawings and undertakes basic design as required.

                   Applies calculations where necessary.

                   Uses fixed, portable and hand machines and specialised equipment.

                   Utilises hand tools and precision instruments.

                   Material/tooling/component, identification, selection, application & installation.

                   Applies quality control and quality assurance techniques.

                   Undertakes wide range of tasks including advanced specialized trade or technical tasks incidental or peripheral to the performance of main tasks or functions.

                   Supervision, assessment, training and provides guidance and assistance to personnel as required at this level.

                   Performs general work on signals, radio, communication and/or electrical and electronic systems and equipment, as required.

                   Uses computer and associated technology, eg keyboards and undertakes computer programming.

                   Provides verbal and written reports of a technical nature.

                   Undertake training at AQF Level 5 or equivalent.

Qualifications:

AQF 4 certificate or equivalent PLUS at least one higher level unit at administration/management or AQF 5 level

Additional enterprise specific knowledge

Track Access and First Aid

Vehicle and operator licences as required

REA LEVEL EIGHT

SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN L8:  NETWORK & INFRASTRUCTURE

Key Responsibilities:

Exercises specialised trade and technical skills and knowledge in signalling, or other electrical/electronic systems at a level higher than technicians Level 7 and working under minimal supervision with broad discretion within their work environment.

Exercises a high level of judgement and exercises a wider range of skills including administrative/management skills relevant to the specific requirements of the organisation.

Indicative Tasks:

                   Assembles, manufactures, installs, repairs, maintains, examines, inspects, tests, measures, modifies, commissions and fault finds on equipment, machinery, plant, vehicles, instruments and components which utilise complex electrical, electronic, mechanical and fluid power principles and controlled by complex digital and/or analogue control systems using integrated circuitry.

                   Understands and exercises safety.

                   Works from drawings, prints or plans and develops drawings and undertakes basic design as required.

                   Applies calculations where necessary.

                   Uses fixed, portable and hand machines.

                   Utilises hand tools and precision instruments.

                   Material/component identification, selection, application and installation.

                   Performs marking out tasks.

                   Undertakes soldering and/or welding and cutting.

                   Responsible for quality control and ensure adherence to quality assurance procedures and work organisation.

                   Undertakes wider range of tasks incidental or peripheral to the performance of the main task or function.

                   Provide trade/technical guidance and training to other staff.

                   Uses computer and undertakes computer programming.

                   Applies computer integrated manufacturing techniques.

                   Plan maintenance programmes.

                   Provides verbal and written reports of a technical nature.

                   Performs work on signals, radio and/or communication systems complex specialized equipment.

Qualifications:

Relevant AQF 5 certificate competencies

Track Access & First Aid

ACA Open Cabler Registration

Vehicle and other licences as required

TECHNICIAN L8:  DATA, RADIO, SECURITY, COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS:  NETWORK & INFRASTRUCTURE

An Engineering Technician Level 8 means an employee who has the equivalent level of training and/or experience to an Advanced Tradesperson - Level 8 but is engaged in one of the following areas to the extent of that training:

                   Detail drafting involving originality of thought which requires the exercise of judgement and skill in excess of that required of a Technician at Level 7 under the supervision of Technical and/or professional Staff; or

                   Is engaged in planning or technical duties requiring judgement and skill in excess of that required of a Technician at level 7 under the supervision of Technical and/or professional Staff; or

                   Exercises a level of cross skilling in technical fields as defined.

Key Responsibilities:

Exercises specialised trade skills and knowledge under minimal supervision with broad discretion within their work environment.  Exercises a high level of judgement and exercises a wider range of skills relevant to the specific requirements of the organisation.

Indicative Tasks:

                   Assembles, manufactures, installs, repairs, maintains, examines, inspects, tests, measures, modifies, commissions and fault finds on equipment, machinery, plant, vehicles, instruments and components which utilise complex electrical, electronic, mechanical and fluid power principles and controlled by complex digital and/or analogue control systems using integrated circuitry.

                   Understands and exercises safety.

                   Works from drawings, prints or plans and develops drawings and undertakes basic design as required.

                   Applies calculations where necessary.

                   Uses fixed, portable and hand machines.

                   Utilises hand tools and precision instruments.

                   Material/component identification, selection, application and installation.

                   Performs marking out tasks.

                   Undertakes soldering and/or welding and cutting.

                   Responsible for quality control and ensure adherence to quality assurance procedures and work organisation.

                   Undertakes wider range of tasks incidental or peripheral to performance of main task/ function.

                   Provide trade/technical guidance and training to other staff.

                   Uses computer and undertakes computer programming.

                   Applies computer integrated manufacturing techniques; develops computer programs to aid setting up, commissioning, maintenance and operation of equipment and systems computer operating and programming.

                   Plan maintenance programmes.  Provides verbal and written reports of a technical nature; prepare technical reports on specific tasks.

                   Performs work on complex radio and communication systems and complex equipment.

Qualifications:

AQF 5 (Diploma) or equivalent

Track Access

Vehicle and other licences as required

REA LEVEL NINE

ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN/TRADES L9:  NETWORK & INFRASTRUCTURE

Key Responsibilities:

Exercises advanced specialised trade/technician skills and knowledge.

Plans and organizes tasks and exercises a high level of judgement/broad discretion within the work environment and a wider range of technical skills relevant to the specific requirements of the organisation.

Exercises a level of cross skilling in technical fields as defined consistent with training and experience requirements at this grade.

In addition to responsibilities at L8, employees at L9 undertake drafting, planning or technical duties requiring exercising of judgement and skills in excess of that required at L8.

Indicative Tasks:

                   Assembles, manufactures, installs, repairs, maintains, examines, inspects, tests, measures, modifies, commissions and fault finds on equipment, machinery, plant, vehicles, instruments and components utilising complex electrical, electronic, mechanical and fluid power principles & controlled by complex digital &/or analogue control systems using integrated circuitry.

                   Understands and exercises safety.

                   Works from drawings prints or plans and develops drawings and undertakes basic design as required.  Applies calculations where necessary.

                   Uses fixed, portable and hand machines, Utilises hand tools and precision instruments.

                   Material/component identification, selection, application and installation.

                   Performs marking out tasks; undertakes soldering and/or welding and cutting.

                   Responsible for quality control and ensure adherence to quality assurance procedures and work organisation.

                   Undertakes wider range of tasks incidental/peripheral to performance of main task or function.

                   Provide trade/technical guidance and training to other staff.

                   Develops computer programmes to aid setting up, commissioning, maintenance and operation of equipment and/or systems.

                   Applies computer integrated manufacturing techniques involving computer operating and programming.

                   Plan maintenance programmes and prepare technical reports on specific tasks.

                   Performs work on complex radio and communication systems.

                   Undertake training at AQF 6.

Qualifications:

AQF 5 (Diploma) or equivalent, PLUS at least one higher level unit at administration/management level or AQF 6 or equivalent

Additional enterprise specific knowledge/understanding

Track Access

Vehicle and other licences as required

SENIOR ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN L9:  NETWORK & INFRASTRUCTURE

An Engineering Technician Level 9 has an equivalent level of training and/or experience to that of an Advanced Tradesperson Level 9 but is engaged on one of the following areas:

                   Undertakes drafting or planning or technical duties which requires the exercise of judgement and skill in excess of that required at the Level 8; or

                   Exercises a level of cross skilling in technical fields as defined, consistent with the training and experience at this grade.

Qualifications:

AQF 5 or equivalent PLUS at least one unit at AQF 6 or equivalent

Enterprise specific knowledge/understanding

Track Access

REA LEVEL TEN

INTEGRATED SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN L10:  NETWORK & INFRASTRUCTURE

Key Responsibilities:

Exercises specialised advanced trade skills at the level attained by post trade qualifications or accreditations thereto, relevant to the specific requirements of the organisation.

Indicative Tasks:

                   Exercises a high level of judgement whilst working on advanced equipment, machinery, plant, vehicles, instruments and components which utilise complex electrical, electronic, mechanical and fluid power principles & are controlled by complex digital and or analogue circuitry.

                   Works independently and without supervision.

                   Applies task organisational skills and broader discretion within the work environment.

                   Undertakes design, prototype and development work in collaboration with Engineer.

                   Understands and exercises safety in the workplace.

                   Works from drawings prints or plans and develops drawings as required.

                   Applies calculations.

                   Uses wide range of fixed, portable and hand machines; tools and precision instruments.

                   Material/component identification, selection, application and installation.

                   Undertakes soldering and/or welding and cutting.

                   Responsible for quality control and ensure adherence to quality assurance and rail safety procedures and work organisation.

                   Undertakes wider range of tasks incidental/peripheral to performance of main task or function.

                   Provides technical guidance, assessment and training.

                   Performs marking out or measuring tasks.

                   Possesses and uses computer programming skills to set up, commission, maintain and operate equipment and/or systems OR Applies Advanced computer and integrated manufacturing techniques involving computer operating and programming.

                   Plan maintenance programs & prepare technical reports on specific tasks.

                   Undertake training equivalent to AQF Level 6 towards accredited relevant 3 year university/tertiary qualification.

Qualifications:

Advanced Diploma level competencies or equivalent technical studies eg 2 years towards an undergraduate degree

Track Access

Vehicle and other licences as required

ENGINEERING ASSOCIATE LEVEL 10:  NETWORK & INFRASTRUCTURE

An Engineering Associate Level 10 means an employee who works above and beyond a Technician at Level 9 and has successfully completed 3rd year part time of an Advanced Diploma or the equivalent level of accredited tertiary technical training and is engaged in:

                   Making of major design drawings or graphics or performing technical duties in a specific field of engineering, laboratory or scientific practice such as research design, testing, manufacture, assembly, construction, operation, diagnostics and maintenance or equipment facilities or products, including computer software, quality processes, occupational health and safety and/or standards and plant and material security processes and like work; or

                   Planning of operations and/or processes including the estimation of requirements of staffing, material cost and quantities and machinery requirements, purchasing materials or components, scheduling, work study, industrial engineering and/or materials handling process.

                   Undergo relevant training as required.

Qualifications:

Advanced Diploma at AQF 6 or accredited equivalent eg partial completion of relevant tertiary degree

Track Access

Vehicle and other licences as required

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