At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to maintain and service locomotives, ensuring they run smoothly.
- Company: UGL Transport, a leader in rail maintenance with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible hours, and ongoing training for career growth.
- Other info: Diverse workplace encouraging applications from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the rail industry while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Must have an Electrical Trade Certificate and hands-on maintenance experience.
The predicted salary is between 62100 - 75900 $ per year.
Service Technician – Electrical
UGL Transport’s Manufacturing & Maintenance team is growing, and we’re looking for Electrical 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 Electrical 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.
Please
Note: Internal candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
As part of the recruitment process, it is mandatory that you notify your current Manager regarding your application for this role.
This ensures transparency and adherence to internal recruitment policies.
Why Join UGL Transport?
- 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
What We Offer
- Full-time employment opportunity
- Competitive hourly rates
- Stable work in a growing rail sector
- Career development opportunities within a strong organisation
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Service Technician employer: UGL Pty Limited
UGL Pty Limited is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation on the Logan Gold Coast Faster Rail project. Employees benefit from comprehensive professional development opportunities, competitive remuneration, and the chance to lead high-profile infrastructure initiatives that contribute significantly to Australia's rail network. With a strong commitment to safety, health, environment, and quality (SHEQ), UGL ensures a supportive environment where your expertise in HV power systems can thrive.
