Network Engineer

About Us

VicTrack is the custodial owner of Victoria’s rail transport land, assets and infrastructure. We work to protect and grow the value of the portfolio, to support a thriving transport system and make travel and living better for all Victorians. With much of our asset portfolio dedicated to rail transport – our land, infrastructure, trams, trains and telecommunication networks – our focus is on strategic asset management and supporting the delivery of better transport solutions.

When you join VicTrack, you'll become part of an organisation that celebrates the diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences of our people. We are committed to fostering a workplace that mirrors the diverse communities we serve. Everyone is welcome to apply for a role at VicTrack and we encourage open discussions about any adjustments you might need during the recruitment process or within the role. If you have a disability or specific access requirements, please let us know how we can offer you additional support.

Benefits

• Free travel on all public transport – Trains | Trams | V/Line
• 17.5% leave loading
• 1 x Extra day off (EDO) per month
• Flexible work environment | hybrid work – 2 x days in office, 3 x days WFH
• Stable work environment - Victorian Government state-owned enterprise
• 16 weeks paid parental leave (36 unpaid)
• Comprehensive health & wellness programs
• Free access to on-site gym and end of trip facilities
• Training and development opportunities to help you grow and develop your career

The challenges of our fast-growing sector put our people at the front of some of Victoria’s most exciting projects in telecommunications, property development and project delivery – with job opportunities as diverse as our organisation.

The Role

The Network Engineer will be responsible for delivering engineering solutions that enhance VicTrack’s existing data transport capabilities, including:

• Routing and switching
• Network and services migration strategies
• Hardware enrolment, configuration, management and reporting
• Lifecycle of hardware and software
• Security assessment and compliance
• Test and verification

Working alongside Platform Architects and with subject-matter experts across VicTrack, the Network Engineer will realise strategic enhancements to Access Technologies that underpin VicTrack’s data products portfolio, including IPVPN, L2VPN, Internet and SD-WAN which utilise fibre, copper, 4G/5G, mmWave and satellite technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Be the subject matter expert for data technologies including routing, switching and MPLS to develop end-to-end solutions
• Actively seek out new and evolving technologies and trends that may benefit existing solutions or create opportunities to develop new solutions
• Contribute to capability requirements that define project deliverables for new data technology solutions
• Contribute to lifecycle decisions for ageing or legacy hardware and solutions
• Engage with the Security team to ensure ongoing alignment with security requirements and acceptable risk tolerance
• Support technology roadmap planning and budgeting to ensure solutions are captured and prioritised
• Contribute to Telecommunications procurement activities that result in vendors, integrators or technologies that underpin technical solutions
• Lead and actively participate in a technical team to onboard new hardware and software that supports new or existing data network solutions
• Develop and write test plans, procedures, strategies and technical guides for consumption by other engineering teams
• Manage vendor relationships to achieve positive outcomes in capability development and defect management
• Take ownership of engineering templates and architectural documentation to manage updates and version control

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical/Electronic/Computer Systems Engineering or similar tertiary degree related to Telecommunications
• Vendor certifications, such as JNCIE, CCIE, CCNP highly regarded

Knowledge & Experience:

• Engineering experience in design, support or assurance
• 3-5+ years of experience with telecommunications access technologies
• Strong technical knowledge and experience in routing and switching with other access related technologies
• Experience in writing technical documentation and presenting complex ideas and solutions
• Ability, flexibility and drive to learn new technologies
• Outcome focused approach to work initiatives
• An aptitude for working with stakeholders and other internal teams
• Management system integration with OSS/BSS experience (highly regarded)
• Experience with Cisco routers and switches or Juniper ACX/MX hardware (highly regarded)
• Knowledge of NBN, MPLS, OTN - 4G, 5G, Satellite, mmWave knowledge or experience (highly regarded)
• Rail industry or utility experience, especially with critical transport communication systems (highly regarded)

To Apply

***PLEASE ONLY SUBMIT YOUR RESUME AND/OR COVER LETTER IN PDF FORMAT

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity with us, please click apply and submit your resume in PDF format only. All applications are strictly confidential.

We are proud to be recognized by WORK180 as an employer of choice for women. Explore the WORK180 website to learn about our benefits and policies. Research shows that 60% of women and underrepresented groups may decide not to proceed, even after drafting an application. We believe diversity strengthens every team, so even if you don't meet every qualification, we still encourage you to apply!

Offer of employment is strictly subject to successful background (pre-employment screening) and criminal history check. VicTrack is an equal opportunity and human rights employer.

Closing Date: 06/12/2025

***PLEASE ONLY SUBMIT YOUR RESUME AND/OR COVER LETTER IN PDF FORMAT