Yarra Trams

Customer Support Employee

Yarra Trams  •  Vic, ES (Onsite)  •  4 days ago
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Job Description

Role Purpose

About This Opportunity

Yarra Trams is seeking Customer Support Employees who are passionate about delivering a high standard of customer service to tram passengers and the wider community. Reporting to the Team Manager, Customer Support, in this role you will:

  • Provide accurate, clear, and up-to-date information about the tram network for people travelling or planning to travel
  • Support and help facilitate the safe and efficient movement of trams and passengers across the network
  • Respond promptly to passenger enquiries and provide effective assistance, ensuring they feel confident, safe, informed, and positive about their journey experience.
  • Assist in preventing or resolving issues at stops and/or onboard trams
  • Communicate clearly and promptly with other Yarra Trams team members regarding network disruptions or issues that may impact passenger experience
  • Support passengers to confidently navigate and use Melbourne’s tram network
  • Act as a front-line representative and advocate for Melbourne’s public tram network

About You

You will bring:

  • A friendly and approachable manner and willingness to engage with passengers proactively
  • Familiarity with the Melbourne public transport system (desirable)
  • Strong verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a diverse range of passengers and colleagues
  • Confidence using a range of technology and resources to identify transport and travel options
  • Ability to learn, understand, and clearly explain transport, ticketing, and network information
  • Experience applying proactive and responsive problem-solving skills when managing customer concerns, complaints, or conflict
  • Flexibility to follow direction and adapt to changing operational environments
  • Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to show empathy and deliver inclusive customer service to people from all backgrounds
  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, as well as independently when required, contributing to a “think like a passenger” culture
  • Ability to manage personal responsibilities while adhering to relevant legislation, policies, and procedures
  • A professional presentation and willingness to work shifts, overtime, and outdoors
  • A valid driver’s licence (desirable)

Applications close: 09 July 2026

Yarra Trams

About Yarra Trams

Melbourne’s Yarra Trams is the largest operating tram network in the world. With more than 160 million passenger trips taken each year, Yarra Trams connects thousands of people with places every day.

Since the first cable tram travelled along Bourke Street in 1885, the city’s tram network has become an iconic and much loved part of Melbourne’s identity. Melbourne isn’t Melbourne without trams.

Yarra Trams is proudly operated by Yarra Journey Makers, a joint venture between Transdev Australia and John Holland.

We work with the Department of Transport and Planning, alongside its transport agencies and operators to provide a fully integrated, sustainable transport service for the people of Melbourne.

We're all Journey Makers, creating great journeys that connect people and communities across Melbourne.

Industry
Transportation & Logistics
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Melbourne, AU
Year Founded
1883
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