Infrastructure Maintainer (Rail Labourer) - Cootamundra

ARTC; Cootamundra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Novated leasing options

Employee Assistance Program

Health and wellbeing support

Job summary

ARTC is seeking safety-focused, hardworking individuals for hands-on maintenance across Australia’s rail network. You will perform track maintenance, inspections, operate heavy machinery and undertake welding as part of planned capital upgrades, with a strong emphasis on safety and quality.

Training programs will equip you with the necessary knowledge, certifications, and practical skills. A current driver’s licence and ability to work flexible hours are essential, with a safety-first culture

Qualifications

• Must be self-motivated and reliable.
• Team player with good communication skills and safety focus.
• Current Driver’s Licence mandatory; willingness to travel or work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Carry out hands-on maintenance and upkeep of ARTC’s rail network.
• Perform track maintenance, safety protection duties, and inspections.
• Operate heavy machinery and perform welding and other maintenance tasks.
• Adhere to ARTC’s safety and quality standards and participate in training when required.

Skills

Self-motivated

Reliability

Team player

Safety-focused

Strong communication

Education

Current Driver’s Licence

White Card (General Construction Induction)

Civil, rail or plant experience/training

Job description

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 Opportunity

We’re seeking safety-focused, hardworking and motivated individuals to join our team. You are responsible for the hands-on maintenance and upkeep of ARTC’s rail network. This includes carrying out both preventative and reactive maintenance activities, as well as supporting minor construction works associated with planned capital upgrades. In this role, you will perform a range of tasks including general labouring, track maintenance, safety protection duties, detailed visual inspections of rail infrastructure, operating heavy machinery, welding, and other specialised maintenance activities — all while adhering to ARTC’s strict safety and quality standards.

No rail experience? No problem.

If you bring the right attitude and work ethic, we’ll provide a structured training program designed to equip you with the knowledge, certifications and practical skills you need to succeed.

About You

• Self-motivated and reliable
• Passionate about learning and developing new skills
• A strong team player with great communication skills
• Comfortable working in physically demanding environments
• Safety-focused in everything you do
• You must be able to pass a Category 1 Rail Medical

What do we want from you?

Essential

• Current Driver’s Licence
• Ability to work flexible hours and travel as required.

Desirable

• General Construction Induction Card (White Card)
• Civil, rail or plant experience
• Rail Industry Worker (RIW) competencies
• HR Licence

What will you get from us?

• 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

About The Team

Our Operations team works with a diverse customer base to support several nationally significant supply chains. With management responsibility spanning across five states, our 8,500km rail network is used to transport bulk products, passenger and general freight, including steel and a vast array of consumer items such as groceries, electrical goods and other items for both import and export markets. The Operations teams work within several complex and challenging environments, including some of the busiest rail corridors in Australia to deliver safe, efficient and sustainable service delivery outcomes for its customers, stakeholders and the community.

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.

Applications close: 3 November 2026

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