Arc Infrastructure manages and develops transport infrastructure assets that support growth and create jobs in WA. Rail is at the heart of our business, and the 5,500km rail network is the backbone of freight transport in Western Australia from the diverse Midwest across to the fascinating Goldfields and Yilgarn regions through to the stunning South West and Great Southern. We’re committed to working with industry, our customers, partners and communities to find new opportunities that will support and strengthen our rail network for the benefit of WA.
The Opportunity
We are currently looking for a Rollingstock Interface Engineer on a 2year Fixed Term, Full Time contract basis.
The Role
This role acts as the technical point of contact between Arc Infrastructure (Rail Infrastructure Manager) and rolling stock operators authorised to operate on the regional freight rail network. It bridges the technical requirements of rail infrastructure with the operational and mechanical requirements of rolling stock, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient railway operations across the network. The role is critical to protecting network integrity whilst enabling freight operators to integrate their rolling stock into service.
Some of the key duties and responsibilities are:
Rolling Stock Registration & Compliance
- Manage end‑to‑end registration of rolling stock, including assessment of submissions, technical changes, and certification.
- Coordinate testing with ICPs, maintain the rolling stock register and TOC documents, and liaise with regulators.
- Recommend restrictions or waivers where needed and drive improvements to registration processes.
Technical Liaison & Stakeholder Engagement
- Act as the main technical contact for operators and internal teams, providing guidance on standards, infrastructure limits, and compliance.
- Support assessments of track capability and represent Arc Infrastructure in industry forums and technical meetings.
Technical Documentation & Standards Interpretation
- Produce clear technical correspondence, assessments, and procedure updates.
- Interpret rolling stock and infrastructure standards, identify non‑conformances, and determine appropriate controls or modifications.
Plant & Equipment Registration
- Oversee compliance and registration of maintenance vehicles and specialised rail plant.
Risk Analysis & Incident Investigation
- Lead or support risk assessments and technical investigations into derailments or interface issues.
- Prepare reports, identify root causes, and present findings to internal teams and regulators.
Continuous Improvement & Safety Culture
- Identify process improvements, update standards, analyse compliance trends, and support wayside monitoring systems.
- Contribute to organisational learning and safety culture development.
About You
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Bachelor degree in mechanical engineering, civil engineering, or related discipline, or equivalent professional experience
- Professional registration as an engineer (or demonstrated pathway to registration) is preferred
- Minimum 8 years professional experience in railway engineering, ideally involving rolling stock, track infrastructure, and interface management
- Demonstrated experience with technical document control, engineering drawing interpretation, and standards application
- Strong technical writing capability with ability to communicate complex engineering concepts to diverse audiences
- Experience with formal risk analysis methodologies and technical incident investigation
- Proficiency with technical software tools relevant to railway engineering (CAD, analysis tools, or technical documentation systems)
- Demonstrated ability to manage technical projects and coordinate with multiple stakeholder groups
- Current ‘C’ Class Driver’s Licence
- Professional Engineer Status with Engineers Australia or any other Internationally recognised Engineering Body or suitably qualified to apply for Professional Engineer Status with Engineers Australia
Working at Arc Infrastructure
Working with us means working in a team environment where each person and team is valued for the diverse skills, ideas and experiences they bring. We promote a work environment that is characterised by personal accountability, mutual trust and respect and a genuine interest in employees. We understand our employees are the key to our success and as a team, our focus is to ensure they feel safe, valued and fulfilled in the work that they do. We provide a range of employee benefits including:
- flexible working arrangements
- professional development opportunities
- competitive remuneration based on skills and experience
- purchased additional annual leave
- health and wellbeing initiatives including
- $299 annual subsidy
- flu shots
- skin cancer checks
- paid parental leave
- staff discounts and rewards program
- novated leasing
To learn more about Arc Infrastructure visit www.arcinfra.com/Careers
How to apply
If this looks like the role for you, please click the ‘Apply Now’ button to complete the online application. General queries can be directed to recruitment@arcinfra.com. Please note we are unable to accept emailed applications.
Arc Infrastructure is committed to achieving a diverse and engaged workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from female and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island candidates.
Applications close on 20th March 2026
Recruitment agencies, our internal HR team looks after all of our vacancies. If we need your assistance we will reach out to you.
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