light vehicle & mechanical trades - rail workshop

HR Partners; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HR Partners is seeking multiple skilled Mechanical Tradespeople for a Newcastle rail workshop, refurbishing rolling stock for passenger trains. Roles include machine operation, brake systems, wheel set work, and bearing overhauls.

Ideal candidates hold Mechanical Trade Qualifications in Light Vehicle, Mechanical Fitter, or Heavy Vehicle disciplines, and can work rotating day/afternoon shifts. Forklift and dogging tickets are advantageous. Rail Category Medical clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Must hold Mechanical Trade Qualification in Light Vehicle Mechanics, Mechanical Fitter or Heavy Vehicle Mechanics.
• Able to work rotating day and afternoon shifts.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Forklift and dogging tickets are highly regarded.
• Must be able to pass a Rail Category Medical.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Excellent references to support your application.

Responsibilities

• Production environment refurbishing rolling stock for passenger trains.
• Machine operating on lathes and boring machines.

Skills

Light vehicle mechanics

Mechanical fitters

Heavy vehicle mechanics

Education

Mechanical Trade Qualification

Tools

Forklift

Dogging ticket

Job description

light vehicle & mechanical trades - rail workshop

Our client is a leading provider of transport maintenance services across Australia. Due to ongoing contracts, we are seeking multiple skilled Mechanical Tradespeople to be based in their Newcastle based Workshop.

What’s Involved?

• Production environment of refurbishing rolling stock for passenger trains
• Machine Operating - Lathes and Borers
• Build and overhaul brake systems
• Strip and reassemble wheel sets from the Rail Industry
• Mount and overhaul bearings
• Operating a wide range of hand and power tools
• Collaborating as part of a dynamic team

What We’re Looking For:

• Mechanical Trade Qualification - Light Vehicle Mechanics, Mechanical Fitters or Heavy Vehicle Mechanics
• Must be able to work rotating day and afternoon shift
• A great attitude and willingness to learn
• Forklift and Dogging ticket highly regarded
• Must be able to pass a Rail Category Medical
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Excellent references to support your application