Experienced Tradespersons - Mechanic / Mechanical Fitter

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.

Due to continuous growth, we are currently looking to recruit the following maintenance staff for works based out of our Lithgow Rail Workshops:

• Team Leader - Mechanic / Mechanical Fitter background
• Experienced Tradesperson - Mechanic / Mechanical Fitter background 

The duties of the roles will include but 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

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 occasional remote working away from a home depot (booking off)
• Require rostering that may vary upon maintenance requirements, including some weekends and shift work

The successful applicant must demonstrate the following key requirements:

• Prior experience in similar role
• Relevant skills, qualifications, experience & competencies 
• 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 Forklift License
• Hold a current National Police Check, or willingness to obtain one
• Ability to pass relevant Rail Medical if required

To apply please submit the following documents via Seek:

• Current Resume 
• Cover Letter addressing the key requirements

Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.