Track Protection Officer – Rio Tinto Rail Network

Employment Type: Full time

Roster: FIFO 8:6

About Yurra

Yurra is a majority Yindjibarndi-owned company delivering high-quality services across civil construction and rail maintenance, building construction and maintenance, electrical, facilities maintenance, landscape construction, surveying, and industrial operations. Grounded in the Yindjibarndi 3C's—Culture, Community, and Commercial—we are committed to creating real opportunities through meaningful employment, partnerships, and sustainable growth.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Rio Tinto Track Protection Officer (TPO) to join our team for long term works on a full-time basis. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety and security of rail operations by implementing and monitoring track protection measures. You will be working full time alongside a great team of dedicated and hard-working Rail and Civil maintenance teams on the Rio Tinto rail network.

Your Strong problem-solving and communication skills, combined with the ability to work independently and in teams, are key to ensuring safety and efficiency. This position requires flexibility and a proactive attitude, as rosters will include 8:6.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of personnel working on or near rail tracks by implementing effective track protection measures.

• Conduct thorough site assessments to identify potential hazards and ensure all safety protocols are in place.

• Communicate effectively with train controllers, rail workers, and other stakeholders to coordinate track protection activities, while monitoring and enforcing compliance with rail safety regulations and company policies.

• Participate in safety audits, inspections, and reviews to continuously improve rail safety practices, while maintaining detailed records of track protection activities, incidents, and any safety breaches.

• Provide on-site supervision and guidance to work crews, ensuring all safety procedures are followed.

• Respond promptly to any safety incidents or emergencies, taking appropriate action to mitigate risks.

To be successful for this role, you must have:

• Current Track Protection Officer (TPO) qualification (previously M4/M5 or ROPO (M4))

• Category 1 Rail Medical

• Valid White Card

• Current & active Australian C-Class driver’s licence

• Strong understanding of health & safety obligations under legislation and client policies

• Excellent communication, organisational, ability to assess situations quickly, identify issues, and implement effective solutions

• Extensive knowledge of rail network operations and safety requirements

Advantageous

• HR Driver's License

• Additional safety certifications or training relevant to rail operations

• Operator experience/ Tickets

What we offer:

• Attractive salary

• Flexible working arrangements

• Great opportunity with a great team culture and environment

• Ongoing career development opportunities

• Access to an employee assistance program (EAP)

• Discounted health benefits

• Long-term career

What you need to do next:

If the above excites you and you believe you have the potential to excel in this role APPLY now as we would love to hear from you.

If you want to stand out, (as we do get a lot of applications:) attach a short, personalised cover letter addressing how you meet the key outcomes of the role.

For more information about who we are and what we do please visit our website:

www.yurra.com.au

Please note:

Applicants must hold full time legal working rights in Australia to be eligible for this position.

This is not an entry level role