Rail Track Labourer – Mernda | $50/hr + Allowances

Randstad NV; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 57,000 - 81,000; Part time

Job summary

Randstad NV is seeking reliable Rail Track Labourers for ad hoc project work based in the Mernda area (Melbourne Northern Suburbs). The roles run December through March with day shifts, Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Casual/ad hoc engagement includes an hourly rate of $50.00 with daily/travel allowances and superannuation on eligible hours. Responsibilities include track maintenance, sleeper renewal, rail replacement, ballast regulation support, and safe operation of track-related tools.

Qualifications

• RIW Card must be active
• Certificate II in Rail Infrastructure required
• Category 3 Rail Medical required
• TTSA and SWIRC certifications required
• Valid Driver's Licence with reliable transport required
• Current Australian work rights required

Responsibilities

• Track maintenance, sleeper renewal, rail replacement, cutting and clipping.
• Assistance with ballast regulation, tamping support, and track leveling.
• Safe operation of standard track hand and power tools (e.g., impact wrenches, rail saws, clipping guns).
• Availability for on-call roster rotations.
• Strict adherence to safe-working protocols and site safety plans.

Education

RIW Card (Rail Industry Worker)

Certificate II in Rail Infrastructure

Category 3 Rail Medical

TTSA (Track Safety Awareness)

SWIRC (Safe Working in Rail Corridors)

Valid Driver's Licence

Current Australian work rights

Job description

Randstad NV is seeking reliable Rail Track Labourers for ad hoc project work based in the Mernda area (Melbourne Northern Suburbs). The roles run December through March with day shifts, Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Casual/ad hoc engagement includes an hourly rate of $50.00 with daily/travel allowances and superannuation on eligible hours. Responsibilities include track maintenance, sleeper renewal, rail replacement, ballast regulation support, and safe operation of track-related tools.