What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Track Engineer position at Arc Infrastructure?
Posted: 13/06/2026
Closing Date: 06/07/2026
Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Albany
Job Category: Engineering
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.
Job Description
The Opportunity
We are currently looking for an experienced Senior Track Engineer to join our high performing Engineering team at the Perth Airport-based Head Office.
The Role
Skills
In this role you will use your analytical and problem-solving skills to support the Engineering team in the operation and maintenance of Arc Infrastructure assets by:
To be successful in this role you will have:
Benefits
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:
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 6th July 2026
Recruitment agencies, our internal HR team looks after all of our vacancies. If we need your assistance we will reach out to you.
Closing Date: 06/07/2026
Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Albany
Job Category: Engineering
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.
Job Description
The Opportunity
We are currently looking for an experienced Senior Track Engineer to join our high performing Engineering team at the Perth Airport-based Head Office.
The Role
Skills
In this role you will use your analytical and problem-solving skills to support the Engineering team in the operation and maintenance of Arc Infrastructure assets by:
- Developing and maintaining technical requirements (policies, strategies, standards, specifications, procedures, etc.) related to track assets.
- Providing technical guidance and support to the Asset Management and Works Delivery teams on matters relating to track assets.
- Investigating technical track asset related issues and developing practical solutions based on sound engineering principles.
- Adopting innovative and industry best practice solutions relating to track engineering.
- Developing scopes of work and managing track engineering related projects and initiatives to be carried out by contractors, consultants or Arc’s internal teams.
- Assisting with incident investigations from a track engineering perspective.
- Assisting in ensuring the highest possible standard of safety, asset integrity, availability and reliability of equipment or system performance is achieved at all times.
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field.
- Minimum 10-12 years’ experience in railway track engineering across maintenance, renewal, investigation, standards development or technical governance functions.
- Demonstrated experience leading engineers or multidisciplinary technical work in an operational rail environment.
- Strong working knowledge of track engineering principles, track geometry, rail-wheel interface impacts, track materials, formation and drainage interfaces, and rail asset failure mechanisms.
- Demonstrated experience in incident investigation, engineering risk assessment and technical report writing.
- Sound knowledge of Arc or comparable Australian rail standards, relevant Australian Standards and industry practice.
- Comprehensive Knowledge of Interface requirements with Asset, Civil & Structures, Signal, Communications and Operations.
- Proficiency in relevant software applications for track design and analysis.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders and influence decision-making processes.
- Current C Class driver’s licence.
Benefits
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
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 6th July 2026
Recruitment agencies, our internal HR team looks after all of our vacancies. If we need your assistance we will reach out to you.
Salary : $299