RIW Rail Track Labourers - Melbourne Northern Suburbs

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

RIW Rail Track Labourers - Melbourne Northern Suburbs

Rail Track Labourers | Ad Hoc Project Work

Location: Mernda, VIC

Pay Rate: $50.00 / hr + overtime rates + Allowance + Super

Roster: Monday to Friday Ad Hoc Project Work

Hours: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM (10-hour day shifts)

Work Type: Casual / Ad Hoc Project Work

Duration: December - March

About the Role

We are seeking reliable, safety-focused Rail Track Labourers for ad hoc project work and track maintenance based in Mernda, running from December through to March.

This role offers steady day-shift hours (Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM)

Remuneration & Roster

• Hourly Rate: $50.00 per hour

• Allowances: Daily Travel Allowance + Project Site Allowance paid on top

• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM (10-hour shifts)

• Superannuation: Paid on all eligible hours

Key Responsibilities

• Track maintenance, sleeper renewal, rail replacement, cutting, and clipping.

• Assisting 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, site safety plans, and pre-start briefings.

Mandatory Requirements

To be considered, candidates must hold current, valid copies of:

• Rail Industry Worker (RIW) Card (Active status)

• Certificate II in Rail Infrastructure

• Category 3 Rail Medical (minimum requirement)

• TTSA (Track Safety Awareness / Safe Working)

• SWIRC (Safe Working in Rail Corridors)

• Valid Driver's Licence and reliable personal transport

• Current Australian work rights