The Independent Expert is responsible for a number of key obligations, which are set out in the Aurizon Network's 2017 Access Undertaking (UT5), summarised below:
Conduct the Capacity Assessments on the Network as well as the Coal System, including develop and amend the System Operating Parameters;
Review performance information;
Report on actual performance data and maintenance information;
Determine any Rebate payable to end users of the network.