FIFO Rail Signaling Technician - Install & Commission

Wabtec Corp.; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FIFO Role

Rewards & Recognition Program

Discounted health insurance with Medib

Novated Leasing options

Lifestyle discounts with Woolworths, &

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Wabtec is seeking a skilled Rail Signaling technician for a FIFO role to support signaling installation, testing, and maintenance across site locations. The successful candidate will work with cross-functional teams to ensure safe, reliable rail operations and project execution.

Role requires travel to multiple sites, a Certificate IV in Rail Signaling and an Electrical Licence, plus experience in maintenance, installation and commissioning of signaling systems.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Rail Signaling (Electrical) – Mandatory.
• Electrical Licence – Mandatory.
• Statement of Competency and Rail Industry Worker Card.
• Rail signaling experience in installation, maintenance and commissioning.
• Willingness to travel to different sites, including Remote QLD as required.
• Proficiency interpreting drawings, schematics and wiring diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, and commission signaling equipment including track circuits, point machines, signals, and train control systems.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance to ensure signaling infrastructure integrity.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose faults in signaling systems using diagnostic tools.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to implement signaling upgrades and modifications.
• Provide technical support during commissioning and ensure safety protocols are followed.
• Document maintenance activities and test results for records and improvement.
• Mentor client-side maintenance teams and apprentices.

Skills

Rail signaling knowledge

Collaborative teamwork

Adaptability under pressure

Education

Certificate IV in Rail Signaling

Job description

Wabtec is seeking a skilled Rail Signaling technician for a FIFO role to support signaling installation, testing, and maintenance across site locations. The successful candidate will work with cross-functional teams to ensure safe, reliable rail operations and project execution.

Role requires travel to multiple sites, a Certificate IV in Rail Signaling and an Electrical Licence, plus experience in maintenance, installation and commissioning of signaling systems.