Rollingstock SupportTA

Hours: Monday to Friday 6:00am2:30pm
Pay Rate: $50.74 per hour penalties
Overtime: Regular overtime and weekend work available

We are seeking a reliable and physically capable Rolling Stock Support / Trade Assistant to assist tradespeople with overhaul and project work on passenger railcars and associated rolling stock equipment.

This is a hands-on position involving a significant amount of manual labour including tasks performed above shoulder height. Candidates will need a good level of physical fitness and be comfortable working in a busy rail maintenance environment.

• Assist qualified tradespeople with rolling stock overhaul and project work
• Support the removal replacement and installation of mechanical components
• Use hand and power tools safely and effectively
• Perform manual handling and labour-intensive duties
• Complete work above shoulder height for extended periods
• Move equipment components and materials around the workshop
• Assist with cleaning preparation and general workshop duties
• Follow technical instructions workplace procedures and safety requirements
• Maintain a clean organised and hazard-free work area
• Participate in regular overtime and weekend maintenance work when required

• Previous experience as a Trade Assistant Workshop Assistant or Mechanical Labourer
• Experience in rail mechanical automotive manufacturing or heavy industry is advantageous
• Physically fit and capable of completing repetitive manual work
• Comfortable working above shoulder height
• Confident using hand and power tools
• Reliable punctual and safety focused
• Able to follow instructions and work effectively within a team
• Willing to undertake overtime and weekend work
• Forklift licence is highly regarded

• Current Australian drivers licence
• Full Australian working rights
• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment medical
• Ability to pass ongoing drug and alcohol testing
• Forklift licence is desirable but not essential

• $50.74 per hour penalties
• Monday-to-Friday day shift
• 6:00am2:30pm
• Permanency after 3 months
• Regular overtime and weekend work available within Maintenance
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in the rolling stock and rail-maintenance industry
• Supportive workshop environment with consistent project work