Maintenance Technician (Mechanical Fitter or Electrician)

CAF - Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles; Canberra; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

CAF - Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles in Canberra is seeking a Maintenance Technician (Mechanical Fitter or Electrician) to ensure the rolling stock maintenance aligns with CAF policies. You will report to Team Leaders and the Maintenance Manager, performing safe and efficient maintenance across mechanical, electrical and HVAC systems.

Qualified tradesperson with electrical or mechanical certification is required; experience with heavy machinery and ability to work day/afternoon

Qualifications

• Trade certificate/licence in electrical, mechanical or other trade.
• Experience as a mechanic, especially bus/diesel.
• Electrical licence highly regarded.
• Experience with maintaining heavy machinery (mining etc) is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out preventative and corrective maintenance on CAF rolling stock to meet production plans and CAF procedures.
• Testing, diagnosing and repairing electronic, mechanical and electrical components including HVAC systems.
• Fault finding using mechanical and electrical schematics and repairing components.
• Inspecting bodywork, roofs and undercarriages for wear or damage.
• Replacing parts and carrying out regular checks on brakes and couplings.
• Writing reports and updating the Maintenance Management System.

Skills

Electrical trade

Mechanical fitter

Diagnostics & testing

HVAC systems

Education

Trade certificate/licence

Job description

Maintenance Technician (Mechanical Fitter or Electrician)

Maintenance Technician (Mechanical Fitter or Electrician)

Trust in Motion

We are currently seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician (Mechanical Fitter or Electrician). Based in Canberra, to ensure the overall smooth and efficient operation of the rolling stock maintenance in line with CAF policies and procedures, reporting to Team Leaders and Maintenance Manager. Ensure all maintenance is carried out in a safe manner in line with Health and Safety guidelines.

Fundamental roles and responsibilities which are inherent to the position:

• Carrying out preventative and corrective maintenance on all aspects of CAF rolling stock to meet the requirements of the production plan and in line with CAF policies, procedures and protocols at all times.
• Testing, diagnosing and conducting repairs of electronic, mechanical and electrical components, including the HVAC systems. Fault finding using electrical & mechanical schematics.
• Fault finding and rectification using mechanical and electrical schematics.
• Inspecting bodywork, roofs and undercarriages for wear and tear or damage.
• Repairing or replacing parts.
• Carrying out regular checks on brakes and couplings.
• Taking apart, testing and reassembling mechanical, electrical and pneumatic systems.
• Writing reports and updating the Maintenance Management System to reflect the status of tasks.
• Ensuring tasks carried out meet the quality requirements of the relevant Railway standards.
• Carry out other reasonable tasks and duties as requested by management.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with all Australians health and safety, quality and environmental legislative requirements.
• Ensure all work is carried out in a safe manner in line with Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality consciousness. Advise management of any changes in materials, plant or processes which may impact on safety, quality or the environment, as well as any improvements that could advance CAF's quality and environmental performance.

Education:

• A Trade Certificate/Licence in Electrical, Mechanical or other trade.

Experience:

• Mechanic, especially bus/diesel mechanic.
• Electrical licence highly regarded.
• Previous experience with maintenance of heavy machinery (mining etc) an advantage.

Additional Requirements:

• Honest and reliable.
• Positive and professional manner.
• To be available for day/afternoon shift work on a rotational basis. No overnight shifts.

About the company

We are a multinational group with over 100 years of experience in the supply of comprehensive transit solutions positioned at the forefront of technology for high value-added sustainable mobility.

The company is a leader of the railway industry offering one of the most comprehensive and flexible arrays of products in railway related markets, such as rolling stock, components, infrastructure, signalling and services (maintenance, refurbishing and financial services).

CAF's committed personnel and the cooperation with our business partners enable us to enhance customer satisfaction and create value for our shareholders.

Currently CAF Offices, Projects and/or Factories have presence in 20 countries within 6 Continents. In Australia we are expanding with projects in Canberra, Newcastle, Sydney, and Parramatta.

For more information:

Visit https://www.cafmobility.com