Infrastructure Maintainer - Kensington, VIC

Australian Rail Track Corp; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Competitive remuneration

Health & wellbeing resources

Novated leasing

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Australian Rail Track Corp. (ARTC) is seeking an Infrastructure Maintainer based in Kensington, VIC. You will perform track maintenance, safety protection, and routine inspections while operating heavy machinery and undertaking welding tasks to ARTC standards.

Role requires rail industry experience, white card, and a current manual driver’s licence; teamwork is essential. This position is based in Kensington with opportunities for flexible working options where available.

Qualifications

• Rail industry experience, specifically in track maintenance.
• Current Rail Industry Competencies.
• Construction-industry induction (white card).
• Machinery/plant operation tickets (desirable).
• Welding experience in rail/heavy industry (desirable).
• Current driver’s licence with manual vehicle experience.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out track maintenance and minor construction works as required.
• Perform safety protection tasks, visual inspections and routine checks.
• Operate heavy machinery and undertake welding and related maintenance tasks.
• Work collaboratively with the Operations team and adhere to ARTC standards.

Skills

Rail industry experience

Track maintenance

Team work

Manual driving

Education

Construction-industry induction (white card)

Job description

Infrastructure Maintainer - Kensington, VIC

Infrastructure Maintainer - Kensington, VIC

About ARTC

Join our team and be part of keeping the future of transport on track.

ARTC is a vital link in Australia’s transport supply chain – operating and maintaining the national rail network to connect our regions, cities and ports. We help enable the safe and efficient transit of freight and passenger trains across the country, managing more than 9,600km of rail track across five states and the lands of more than 50 First Nations.

About the Team

When you join our Operations team, you’ll join the team who help keep trains moving safely and reliably across our 9,600km of track. Working across our East-West and North South corridors, the team is key to ensuring our rail network connects people and products with cities, ports and global markets.

About the Opportunity

Infrastructure Maintainers carry out the physical work of maintaining ARTC’s rail track, including preventative and reactive maintenance activities, as well as undertaking minor construction for planned capital upgrades. Infrastructure Maintainers undertake general labouring, track maintenance duties, safety protection work, visual inspections of ARTC’s rail track, operating heavy machinery, welding and other maintenance tasks while meeting ARTC standards.

Role is based in Kensington, Victoria.

What do we want from you?

• Rail Industry experience, specifically in track maintenance
• Current Rail Industry Competencies\
• Construction industry induction (white card)
• Relevant machinery and plant operation tickets (desirable).
  
• Welding experience in a rail or heavy industry environment (desirable)
• Current drivers licence and proficiency in driving a manual car
• Ability to work in a team environment

What will you get from us?

• Talk to us about flexible working options
• Competitive remuneration
• Resources to support your health and wellbeing and development
• Novated leasing options, as well as discounts and support programs
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for all employees and their direct family members

Our Organisation and Culture

At ARTC, we’re proud to play a vital role in keeping Australia connected. Our culture is built on safety, collaboration and continuous improvement. We back our people to grow, build their capability and make a genuine impact on infrastructure that connects the nation for our customers and communities. If you’re looking for meaningful work, genuine purpose and national impact, you’ll find it at ARTC.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent.

As part of the application process, you’ll be required to undergo pre-employment criminal history, reference, and medical checks, including drug and alcohol testing.

Note: ARTC reserve the right to progress applications prior to the closing date.