AddressWhat Queensland Rail has to offer
- Multiple 2-year opportunities with potential to extend
- Rotating shift roster, 4 shifts per week on average - providing you with extended periods of time off to recharge, pursue hobbies, spend time with family and friends, or simply unwind
- 5 weeks annual leave
- Free rail travel to and from work
- We pride ourselves on our Safety Culture, we 'work safe' so that everyone goes 'home safe'
- Access to QR's competitive Employee Benefits + 1 Team Values, Diverse and Inclusive working environment
- Development, secondment, and progression opportunities within a stable, well-established organisation
About the role
In this role, you will conduct overhauls, provide technical support, and maintenance services to contribute to the reliability and efficiency of our rollingstock fleet.
We have several 2-year vacancies for Mechanical Fitters to work within our Rollingstock Maintenance teams based at Mayne Yard (Bowen Hills). Working a rotating roster - 4 shifts per week on average plus 5 weeks annual leave.
For further details please click here to see the Position Description
About you
- Trades Certificate as a Mechanical Fitter, Diesel Fitter, Fitter/ Welder, Motor Mechanic or hold an equivalent qualification
- Proven fault-finding experience on light and heavy mechanical equipment
- Strong focus on safety
We are open to a variety of backgrounds, including but not limited to:
- Rollingstock
- Automotive
- Aviation
- Defence
- Mining
Hours and Salary
Working in this team on the current roster a Mechanical Fitter earns between $110,000 - $130,000 plus superannuation. This includes the allowances and penalty rates for weekend and afternoon/night shifts. Overtime is also available.
The roster will include morning, afternoon and weekend shifts. You must be available to meet these requirements to be considered for this role.
Sounds great, what's next?
If this position interests you and you feel you have the knowledge and experience, please apply via our website by clicking onto the "Apply" button by 11.59pm on Sunday 7th April 2024.
The recruitment and selection process for this position might require shortlisted applicants to undertake Psychometric Assessment, Pre-Employment Health Assessment and background checks that might also include Criminal History and Credit Checks.
External applicants applying for roles within Queensland Rail will be subject to Alcohol and Other Drugs pre-employment testing.
As Queensland Rail is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, we encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from non-English speaking backgrounds, and members of other diverse groups to apply.
To learn more about this Queensland Rail career opportunity please contact Louisa with your specific enquiry via email Louisa.Gilbert@qr.com.au Please do not email your application. We can only accept applications received via our website.
