Maintenance & Testing Engineer | NSW Passenger Rail

UGL; Central Coast; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

UGL Transport in NSW's Kangy Angy site seeks a Maintenance & Testing Engineer to join the New Intercity Fleet team. You will provide technical leadership across rollingstock maintenance, testing and commissioning to ensure safety, reliability and performance.

You will collaborate with operations and engineering teams to resolve issues, implement improvements and support safe, efficient maintenance outcomes on one of Australia's flagship passenger rail programs.

Qualifications

• Trade qualifications in electrical, electronic or mechanical disciplines.
• Experience in rollingstock maintenance, testing and commissioning.
• Ability to operate in a safety-critical environment and follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and coordinate maintenance, testing and commissioning documentation.
• Investigate faults and design issues, supporting root cause analysis.
• Ensure all maintenance and testing activities meet safety, quality and compliance requirements.
• Support rollingstock operations and train movements within the facility.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver effective maintenance and commissioning outcomes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance reliability, efficiency and performance.

Skills

Electrical, Electronic or Mechanical

Rollingstock maintenance

Testing & commissioning

Safety-critical environment

Diagnostics & fault-finding

Job description

• Help deliver the future of Passenger Rail
• Genuine career development and leadership opportunities
• Permanent full-time opportunity based in Kangy Angy, NSW

About UGL Transport

At UGL Transport, we don’t just build and maintain transport infrastructure — we help shape safer, more connected and more sustainable communities. Our people play a meaningful role in delivering essential services that make everyday life better, now and into the future.

We work alongside leading global organisations, government bodies and public institutions, using innovative and sustainable technologies across the transport sector. Just as importantly, we foster a culture where people feel respected, supported and empowered to grow.

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity exists for a Maintenance & Testing Engineer to join our New Intercity Fleet (NIF) team based at Kangy Angy. Working on one of Australia's most significant passenger rail programs, you'll provide technical expertise across rollingstock maintenance, testing and commissioning activities, helping ensure the highest levels of safety, reliability and performance.

Reporting to the Maintenance and Testing Manager, you will provide technical support and advice across maintenance, testing and commissioning functions for passenger rail assets. You will work closely with operations, maintenance and engineering teams to resolve technical issues, improve asset performance and support the delivery of safe and efficient maintenance outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and coordinate maintenance, testing and commissioning documentation, including work instructions, test procedures and task lists.
• Investigate faults, quality concerns and design issues, supporting root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Ensure all maintenance and testing activities meet safety, quality and compliance requirements.
• Support rollingstock operations and train movements within the facility.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver effective maintenance and commissioning outcomes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance reliability, efficiency and operational performance.

About You

You may bring experience from rail, rolling stock or another safety-critical industry such as defence, aviation, manufacturing, automotive or heavy industry.

What matters most is your ability to provide technical leadership, solve complex problems and work collaboratively to deliver safe and reliable outcomes.

You Will Bring

• Electrical, Electronic or Mechanical trade qualifications, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in rollingstock maintenance, testing and commissioning, or a similar safety-critical environment such as defence, aviation, manufacturing or heavy industry.
• Strong diagnostic, troubleshooting and fault-finding capability.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong computer literacy, including Microsoft Office applications.

Highly Regarded

• Engineering qualifications in a relevant discipline.
• Experience in asset management within large maintenance or manufacturing facilities.
• A customer-focused mindset with a positive, team-oriented approach.

Why Join UGL Transport?

• Work on one of Australia's most significant passenger rail projects.
• Flexible and supportive team environment.
• Ongoing learning, development and career growth opportunities.
• Inclusive culture where diversity of thought and experience is valued.
• Opportunity to make a genuine impact on the future of transport in NSW

A Workplace Where Everyone Belongs

At UGL Transport, At UGL, we believe that diverse perspectives drive better outcomes. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to succeed.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and career paths, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ individuals, veterans, people living with disability and those returning to the workforce.

Even if you don't meet every requirement listed, we encourage you to apply. If you're passionate about rail, engineering excellence and making a meaningful contribution to a high-performing team, we'd love to hear from you.

ID Ref: 269541

Primary Location

Australia-NSW-Central Coast & Gosford

Work Type

Full-time