FIFO Rail Signalling Technician – Install & Commission

Wabtec Corporation; Shire Of East Pilbara; Hybrid; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabtec Corporation Australia is seeking a rail signalling technician for a FIFO role in the Pilbara region. You will install, test, and commission signaling equipment and support maintenance and upgrades.

The successful candidate will hold Certificate IV in Rail Signalling (Electrical), WA A Grade Electrical License, Statement of Competency, Rail Industry Worker Card, and a valid driver's license, with willingness to travel to remote sites.

Qualifications

• Mandatory rail signalling qualifications and licensing.
• Experience in signalling maintenance, installation and commissioning.
• Strong knowledge of rail safety standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, and commission signalling equipment including track circuits, point machines, signals, and train control systems.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance to ensure signaling infrastructure integrity.
• Troubleshoot faults in signalling systems and rectify issues promptly.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to implement signalling upgrades and modifications.
• Provide technical support during commissioning and ensure safety protocol compliance.
• Document maintenance activities, test results, and equipment performance for records.

Skills

Rail signalling principles

Interpret drawings & wiring diagrams

Rail industry experience

Education

Certificate IV in Rail Signalling (Electrical)

A Grade Electrical License - WA

Statement of Competency

Rail Industry Worker Card

Tools

Driver’s license

Job description

Wabtec Corporation Australia is seeking a rail signalling technician for a FIFO role in the Pilbara region. You will install, test, and commission signaling equipment and support maintenance and upgrades.

The successful candidate will hold Certificate IV in Rail Signalling (Electrical), WA A Grade Electrical License, Statement of Competency, Rail Industry Worker Card, and a valid driver's license, with willingness to travel to remote sites.