Signal Technician

Wabtec Corporation; Shire Of East Pilbara; Hybrid; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabtec Corporation Australia is seeking a rail signalling technician for a FIFO role in the Pilbara region. You will install, test, and commission signaling equipment and support maintenance and upgrades.

The successful candidate will hold Certificate IV in Rail Signalling (Electrical), WA A Grade Electrical License, Statement of Competency, Rail Industry Worker Card, and a valid driver's license, with willingness to travel to remote sites.

Qualifications

• Mandatory rail signalling qualifications and licensing.
• Experience in signalling maintenance, installation and commissioning.
• Strong knowledge of rail safety standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, and commission signalling equipment including track circuits, point machines, signals, and train control systems.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance to ensure signaling infrastructure integrity.
• Troubleshoot faults in signalling systems and rectify issues promptly.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to implement signalling upgrades and modifications.
• Provide technical support during commissioning and ensure safety protocol compliance.
• Document maintenance activities, test results, and equipment performance for records.

Skills

Rail signalling principles

Interpret drawings & wiring diagrams

Rail industry experience

Education

Certificate IV in Rail Signalling (Electrical)

A Grade Electrical License - WA

Statement of Competency

Rail Industry Worker Card

Tools

Driver’s license

Job description

Who will you be working with?

Wabtec’s Digital Intelligence Signaling & Systems team is a recognized industry leader in the successful delivery of complex integrated system projects. These projects involve signaling, train control, communications, and back-office solutions with a strong focus on project execution, schedule adherence, and customer satisfaction

Job Description

Who will you be working with?

Wabtec’s Digital Intelligence Signaling & Systems team is a recognized industry leader in the successful delivery of complex integrated system projects. These projects involve signaling, train control, communications, and back-office solutions with a strong focus on project execution, schedule adherence, and customer satisfaction

Where will you be Working?

This is a FIFO role, in the Pilbara region.

What will your typical day look like?

• Install, test, and commission signalling equipment including track circuits, point machines, signals, and train control systems.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance to ensure the integrity and reliability of signalling infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose faults in signalling systems, utilising technical expertise and diagnostic tools to identify and rectify issues promptly.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to implement signalling upgrades and modifications, adhering to industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Provide technical support during commissioning activities and ensure compliance with safety protocols and procedures.
• Document maintenance activities, test results, and equipment performance to maintain accurate records and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist in the development of training materials and provide mentoring and guidance to client-side maintenance teams, junior staff and apprentices.

What do we want to know about you?

• MANDATORY: Certificate IV in Rail Signalling (Electrical)
• MANDATORY: A Grade Electrical License - WA
• MANDATORY: Statement of Competency
• MANDATORY: Rail Industry Worker Card
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to different work sites, including Remote WA as required.
• Proven experience working in the rail industry, preferably in signalling maintenance, installation and commissioning.
• Strong knowledge of signalling principles, standards and regulations, and relevant rail safety standards.
• Proficiency in interpreting technical drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams.

Please note: Successful candidates will be required to complete background and criminal history check

If you are looking to work for an industry leader, with a down to earth yet professional environment, then this is the job for you!

We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences and styles…people like you! Visit our website at http://www.WabtecCorp.com

Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:

Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.

To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.

We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles… People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

We thank all applicants for their interest; each application will receive a response.

We do not accept unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies.

Additional Information

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

Need accommodation? Just let us know - we’ve got you.