Rail Signaling Technician - FIFO 8/6 (Townsville Area)

Wabtec Corp.; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FIFO 8 days on / 6 days off

Rewards & Recognition Program

Health insurance discount

Novated leasing

Retail discounts for employees

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Wabtec Corp. is seeking a skilled Rail Signaling Technician for a FIFO/DIDO site role near Townsville.

You will install, test, and commission signaling equipment, including track circuits and signals, and work closely with software engineers, testing teams, and project managers to ensure on-time delivery. This position requires Certificate IV in Rail Signaling (Electrical) and an Electrical Licence, plus a Rail Industry Worker Card and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Rail Signaling (Electrical) is mandatory.
• Electrical Licence is mandatory.
• Statement of Competency and Rail Industry Worker Card required.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to remote sites.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, and commission signaling equipment including track circuits and signals.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance of signaling infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot faults and diagnose issues using diagnostic tools.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to implement signaling upgrades and modifications.
• Provide support during commissioning and ensure safety protocols are followed.
• Document maintenance activities and mentor client-side maintenance teams.

Skills

Signaling principles

Ability to work under pressure

Team collaboration

Reading schematics

Education

Certificate IV in Rail Signaling

Electrical Licence

Statement of Competency

Rail Industry Worker Card

Job description

Wabtec Corp. is seeking a skilled Rail Signaling Technician for a FIFO/DIDO site role near Townsville.

You will install, test, and commission signaling equipment, including track circuits and signals, and work closely with software engineers, testing teams, and project managers to ensure on-time delivery. This position requires Certificate IV in Rail Signaling (Electrical) and an Electrical Licence, plus a Rail Industry Worker Card and a valid driver's license.