Service Technician - Mechanical

UGL; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two weeks initial training at Hamilton

Competitive hourly rates

Career development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements where op

Job summary

UGL Transport is seeking Mechanical Service Technicians to join our locomotive maintenance team at the Hunter Valley Maintenance Centre in Newcastle. The roles are permanent, full-time with a 9-day fortnight (day & afternoon shifts).

You may be asked to work night shifts or 12-hour rosters to support our 24/7 operation. Reporting to the Service Delivery Manager, you will perform servicing and maintenance on locomotives as part of a supportive team, with two weeks of initial training at our

Qualifications

• An Australian-recognised Mechanical / Electrical Trade Certificate and Certificate of Proficiency.
• 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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication skills

Safety minded

Digital literacy

Team player

Education

Australian-recognised Mechanical / Electrical Trade Certificate

Certificate of Proficiency

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
• Completing maintenance documentation accurately
• Working safely and contributing to a positive team environment
• Helping deliver reliable, quality outcomes for our customers

You’ll receive two weeks of initial training at our Hamilton North facility to help you get started and familiarise yourself with our operations.

About You

• An Australian-recognised Mechanical / Electrical Trade Certificate and Certificate of Proficiency
• 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

Desirable (but Not Essential)

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

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.

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

• 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

Discipline

Mechanical Fitter

Primary Location

Australia-NSW-Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter

Job Ref No: 269574