We currently have an exciting entry-level opportunity for an Associate Performance Attribution Analyst to join our Rail and Transit Systems team in Auburn - NSW.
The successful candidate will play a key role in our Rail & Transit Systems business at Auburn Maintenance Centre. You will investigate train incidents by analysing performance data and business systems data to accurately collate root causes and contributing factors to operational delays and commercial penalties. You will prepare evidence-based incident attribution reports and work closely with Through-Life-Support teams to improve operational performance. You will be required to liaise with a range of internal stakeholders and representatives of the clients.
Ideally, you will have the following skills and experience:
- Mechanical, Electrical Tertiary Engineering qualification or other relevant trade qualification.
- Experience in the maintenance of complex electrical and mechanical systems, the use of PC based fault diagnostic tools, and an understanding of reliability programs in a rolling stock, asset management or heavy maintenance industry.
- Experience working in Rail industry preferred but not essential.
- Knowledge of formal engineering change processes, configuration management processes and reliability improvement processes, including failure-reporting and investigations.
- Knowledge of quality assurance procedures.
- Knowledge of trouble shooting procedures and methods.
- Able to investigate technical defects and incidents to support incident attribution.
- Able to understand commercial contract management.
What We Offer:
A workplace focused on Zero Harm; safety is at the core of everything we do
Career progression and development opportunities
Employee benefits and wellness program
Work on key rollingstock projects with an industry leader
Employment with Downer is subject to a Pre-Employment Medical, and on-going drug and alcohol screening.
Downer does not accept any unsolicited resume referrals from Recruitment Agencies.
Notwithstanding the location of this position, all qualified Australian citizens and permanent residents from all locations are encouraged to apply.
Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people’s diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.
Skills Required
- Mechanical or electrical tertiary engineering qualification, or another relevant trade qualification
- Experience maintaining complex electrical and mechanical systems
- Experience using PC-based fault diagnostic tools
- Understanding of reliability programs in rolling stock, asset management, or heavy maintenance industries
- Experience working in the rail industry
- Knowledge of formal engineering change processes
- Knowledge of configuration management processes
- Knowledge of reliability improvement processes, including failure reporting and investigations
- Knowledge of quality assurance procedures
- Knowledge of troubleshooting procedures and methods
- Ability to investigate technical defects and incidents to support incident attribution
- Understanding of commercial contract management
- Successful completion of a pre-employment medical and ongoing drug and alcohol screening
- Australian citizenship or permanent residency
What We Do
Downer Group is a leading provider of integrated infrastructure services across Australia and New Zealand, operating in sectors such as transport, utilities, facilities, and defense.









