Electricians - For Rail

Swetha International; Hornsby; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Swetha International is seeking a qualified Electrician to join a major Sydney rail upgrade project focused on improving the reliability of passenger train systems. You will be working on rolling stock, carrying out electrical upgrades and installations across critical train systems during scheduled maintenance periods.

This ongoing role offers consistent hours and the opportunity to contribute to high-profile rail infrastructure projects at depots in Sydney.

Qualifications

• Valid Australian Electrical Licence.
• Strong electrical and wiring knowledge.
• Experience in fault finding and installations.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Install and replace electrical systems on trains.
• Work on communications, surveillance, and control systems.
• Remove and install components such as DCU, CCU, SCU, intercoms and antennas.
• Electrical upgrades to Train Operating Systems (TOS).
• Fault finding, testing, and commissioning.
• Ensure all work meets required standards and specifications.
• Maintain clean and compliant cable installations.
• Work is performed in a maintenance environment at rail depots.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Fault finding

Reading drawings

Education

Australian Electrical Licence

Tools

PLC familiarity

Communications equipment experience

Job description

We are seeking a qualified Electrician to join a major Sydney rail upgrade project focused on improving the reliability of passenger train systems.

You will be working on rolling stock, carrying out electrical upgrades and installations across critical train systems during scheduled maintenance periods.

This is an ongoing role with consistent hours and the opportunity to work on high-profile rail infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Installation and replacement of electrical systems on trains
• Working on communications, surveillance, and control systems
• Removal and installation of components such as Control units (DCU, CCU, SCU), Intercom systems and antennas, Cameras and associated wiring.
• Electrical upgrades to Train Operating Systems (TOS)
• Fault finding, testing, and commissioning
• Ensuring all work meets required standards and specifications
• Maintaining clean and compliant cable installations
• Work is performed in a maintenance environment at rail depots.

About You

• Valid Australian Electrical Licence
• Strong electrical and wiring knowledge
• Experience in fault finding and installations
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings

Highly regarded:

• Previous experience working on trains or rail projects
• Experience with control systems, PLCs, or communications equipment