Hi-Rail Excavator Operator - 9/5 Roster, 70% Travel

Australian Rail Track Corp.; Geelong; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Australian Rail Track Corp. (ARTC) is seeking an experienced Hi-Rail Excavator Operator to support critical rail infrastructure projects across the Victorian network. You will operate specialised equipment and contribute to maintenance and civil works in a field-based team.

Ideal candidates have mobile plant experience in a rail setting, current Rail Industry Worker competencies, and a valid HR or higher licence. Willingness to travel across Victoria and work a 9/5 roster is essential.

Qualifications

• Operational experience with mobile plant within a railway environment.
• Current Rail Industry Worker competencies.
• Current Driver’s Licence, with HR licence or above highly regarded.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including overtime and weekend work as required.
• Willingness to travel and work away from home, approximately 70% of your time travelling throughout Victoria.
• Be able to work 9 days on and 5 days off roster.

Responsibilities

• Undercutting operations
• Formation and track upgrades

Skills

Mobile plant operation

Railway environment

Overtime/weekend availability

Travel readiness

Tools

Hi-Rail Excavator

Dump Trucks

Front-End Loader

Job description

Australian Rail Track Corp. (ARTC) is seeking an experienced Hi-Rail Excavator Operator to support critical rail infrastructure projects across the Victorian network. You will operate specialised equipment and contribute to maintenance and civil works in a field-based team.

Ideal candidates have mobile plant experience in a rail setting, current Rail Industry Worker competencies, and a valid HR or higher licence. Willingness to travel across Victoria and work a 9/5 roster is essential.