At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist with maintenance tasks and ensure safety of locomotives and wagons.
- Company: Join Southern Shorthaul Railroad, a leader in rail services across NSW and Victoria.
- Benefits: Full training provided, supportive team environment, and commitment to safety.
- Other info: Flexible rostering with opportunities for weekend and shift work.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team ensuring safe and reliable rail operations.
- Qualifications: Prior trade experience and a strong commitment to safety and customer service.
The predicted salary is between 62100 - 75900 $ per year.
Southern Shorthaul Railroad is a privately-owned rail operator, providing services throughout New South Wales and Victoria. Our focus on customer service has helped forge our reputation for safety, quality and reliability.
We are currently looking to expand our maintenance team to include an additional Mechanical Fitter for works to be performed out of our Nowra Depot. The duties of the roles will include but are not limited to:
- Assisting with maintenance tasks in accordance with SSR Policies and Procedures
- Maintaining and provisioning of Locomotives and Wagons for train operations by following SSR Procedures
- Performing fault repairs and failure rectifications
- Undertaking maintenance tasks to validate the integrity of rolling stock and ensuring all operational systems are safe and effective
- Conducting themselves in a professional manner with a strong customer and safety focus
- Ensuring a commitment to established processes and management of risks with the objective of zero injuries
If you have not previously worked your trade within the rail industry, full training will be provided to adapt your current skills to the rail industry.
Southern Shorthaul Railroad maintains a drug and alcohol free work environment, with regular testing of employees and a zero tolerance for positive test results. In pursuit of customer focused service delivery outcomes, this position may require rostering that may vary upon maintenance requirements, including some weekends and shift work.
The successful applicant must demonstrate the following key requirements:
- Prior trade experience
- A commitment to a safety culture, and a can-do customer focus
- Professionalism, integrity, reliability and a positive attitude
- Hold a current Drivers License
- Hold a current National Police Check, or willingness to obtain one
- Ability to pass relevant Rail Medical if required
Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Mechanical Fitter – Nowra employer: Southern Shorthaul Railroad
Southern Shorthaul Railroad is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Parkes where safety and customer service are paramount. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we provide ongoing training and development opportunities, ensuring our Freight Train Drivers can thrive in their roles while enjoying a supportive and collaborative culture. Our focus on maintaining a drug and alcohol-free workplace, along with a zero-tolerance policy for positive test results, underscores our dedication to the well-being of our team members.
Contact Details:
Southern Shorthaul Railroad Recruitment Team
