Service Technician - Mechanical

UGL Pty Limited; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time employment opportunity

Competitive hourly rates

Career development opportunities

Job summary

UGL Transport is seeking Mechanical Service Technicians to join the Hunter Valley Maintenance Centre in Newcastle. These permanent, full-time positions operate on a 9-day fortnight, with day/afternoon shifts and potential night shifts or 12-hour rosters to support our 24/7 operation.

Qualified mechanical tradespeople will service and maintain locomotives, work with lathe equipment, and ensure safe, high-quality outcomes for customers.

Qualifications

• Qualified mechanical tradesperson with a recognised trade certificate.
• Proven hands-on maintenance experience; rail/locomotive experience preferred.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance on locomotives.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical faults.
• Repair and maintain locomotive components and equipment.
• Operate workshop equipment including lathes and tools.
• Complete maintenance documentation accurately.
• Maintain safe work practices and contribute to a positive team environment.
• Deliver reliable, quality outcomes for customers.

Skills

Maintenance skills

Digital literacy

Teamwork

Safety conscious

Education

Australian-recognised Mechanical / Electrical Trade Certificate

Certificate of Proficiency

Tools

Lathe operation

Workshop equipment

Job description

UGL Transport’s Manufacturing & Maintenance team is growing, and we’re looking for Mechanical Service Technicians to join our locomotive maintenance team at the Hunter Valley Maintenance Centre in Newcastle. These are permanent, full-time positions, working a standard 9-day fortnight (day & afternoon shifts), you may be requested to work night shift or 12-hour rosters as needed to support our 24/7 operation. If you’re a qualified Mechanical tradesperson with strong maintenance skills, you don’t need to have worked in rail before.

About Your Role

Reporting to the Service Delivery Manager, you’ll work as part of a supportive maintenance team carrying out servicing and maintenance on locomotives.

Key Responsibilities

• Scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance
• Mechanical fault finding, diagnosis and troubleshooting
• Repair and maintenance of locomotive components and equipment
• Operating workshop equipment, including lathes
• Completing maintenance documentation accurately
• Working safely and contributing to a positive team environment
• Helping deliver reliable, quality outcomes for our customers

About You

• An Australian-recognised Mechanical / Electrical Trade Certificate and Certificate of Proficienc
• Proven hands-on experience in a maintenance environment, ideally within the rail or locomotive maintenance industry
• A strong commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement
• Good communication skills
• A positive, team-first attitude and collaborative approach to problem-solving
• A reliable work ethic, strong accountability and pride in delivering high-quality work
• Strong digital skills, with the confidence to use computers and tablets
• A willingness to learn, embrace new ways of working and continue developing your skills
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• A strong focus on delivering quality outcomes and excellent customer service

If you meet the core trade requirements but don’t tick every box, we’d still love to hear from you. We’re committed to building a more diverse workforce and strongly encourage women to apply.

Desirable (but not essential)

• Rail and locomotive experience.
• Forklift licence.
• Overhead crane licence.

What We Offer

• Full-time employment opportunity
• Competitive hourly rates
• Stable work in a growing rail sector
• Career development opportunities within a strong organisation

Why Join UGL Transport?

At UGL Transport, you'll be part of a business that delivers critical infrastructure and services that keep Australia moving

• Ongoing training and development to support your career progression.
• Flexible working arrangements where operationally possible.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Competitive remuneration and employee benefits.

Important Information

Pre-employment checks include :

• National Police Check
• Medical assessment (including drug & alcohol screening)

Diversity & Inclusion

UGL Transport is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strongly encourage applications from:

• Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples
• People with disability
• Mature-aged workers
• Individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds

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