Rail Signaling & Systems Technician - FIFO with Great Benefits

Wabtec Corporation; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FIFO role

Discounted health insurance

Novated leasing

Lifestyle discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Wabtec Corporation in Australia is hiring a Rail Signalling Technician for a FIFO/DIDO role near Townsville. You will install, test, and maintain signalling systems to ensure safe rail network operation.

The ideal candidate holds a Certificate IV in Rail Signaling (Electrical) and an Electrical Licence, with proven rail signalling experience and ability to travel to multiple sites. Join a team delivering complex turnkey projects.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Rail Signaling (Electrical) is mandatory.
• Electrical Licence is mandatory.
• Experience in railway signalling maintenance, installation, and commissioning.
• Statement of Competency and Rail Industry Worker Card required.
• Ability to travel to various work sites, including remote QLD.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, and commission signalling equipment and train control systems.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance of signalling infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot faults using technical diagnostics and drawings.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to implement signalling upgrades.
• Provide support during commissioning and ensure safety compliance.
• Document activities and mentor site staff and apprentices.

Skills

Signalling principles

Regulations knowledge

Technical drawings interpretation

Team collaboration

Pressure resilience

Education

Certificate IV in Rail Signaling (Electrical)

Tools

Electrical Licence

Job description

Wabtec Corporation in Australia is hiring a Rail Signalling Technician for a FIFO/DIDO role near Townsville. You will install, test, and maintain signalling systems to ensure safe rail network operation.

The ideal candidate holds a Certificate IV in Rail Signaling (Electrical) and an Electrical Licence, with proven rail signalling experience and ability to travel to multiple sites. Join a team delivering complex turnkey projects.