AddressQueensland Rail is an integrated customer and rail infrastructure business servicing the passenger, tourism, resources and freight customer markets throughout Queensland.
What Queensland Rail has to offer?
- Potential earnings of $105,000 annually working on current roster
- 18-month full-time contract
- Based at Portsmith Depot in Cairns
- Great opportunity to work with an industry leader
- Development, secondment, and progression opportunities within a stable, well-established organisation
Our Rollingstock Maintenance team currently has an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Fitter to join their team based in Cairns on a Two Year Fixed-Term Contract . This position is responsible for providing a safe, efficient and effective service by inspecting and repairing Traveltrain rollingstock and associated components and equipment.
Day-to-day responsibilities of this role will include, but are not limited to;
- Contribute to reliability and availability through performance of preventative maintenance and repairs to Traveltrain rollingstock – predominantly Kuranda Scenic Railway trains
- Contribute towards the Kuranda Scenic Railway Carriage Overhaul and Refurbishment Programs
- Carry out all work observing safety requirements for yourself and for any others nearby
- Carry out all non-skilled depot duties to ensure the facility is kept clean and tidy and provides a safe workplace
- Perform all other duties and functions necessary for the efficient operation of the depot.
- Ensure accurate data recording for inputting into Enterprise Asset Management System
Please see position description for a full list of responsibilities: 'Position Description'
To be considered for this opportunity, applicants must have the following:
- Hold a current manual ‘C’ class driver’ licence
- Hold a Mechanical Fitter qualification or equivalent
- A strong work ethic and ability to work efficiently as part of team
- A strong commitment to safe working practices and zero harm
This opportunity is fixed term contract until July 2025 which works across a roster between the hours of 05:00 and 19:30. The successful candidate must have the flexibility to work weekends, public holidays and work and travel across the district when required.
Working on the current roster the salary for this position is approx. $105,000 (plus superannuation) which includes penalty rates. Overtime on days off will be paid in addition.
Sounds great, what’s next?
Please apply to KSR Mechanical Fitter Projects (7031) via our website by clicking onto the "Apply" button by 11:59pm (GMT+10:00 Brisbane) Wednesday 31st January 2024.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CURRENT QUEENSLAND RAIL EMPLOYEES:
You must apply for vacancies via the internal People Connect solution– Click here for more information
External applicants applying for roles within Queensland Rail will be subject to Alcohol and Other Drugs pre-employment testing. 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.
Supporting a Diverse Workforce
Queensland Rail is committed to a diverse workforce that is reflective of the customers and communities we serve.
We are inclusive, collaborative, respectful, and value our differences. We are 1TEAM, where everyone belongs.
If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please contact Kayley Gayton via the phone number or email below.
To learn more about this Queensland Rail career opportunity please contact Kayley Gayton with your specific enquiry kayley.gayton@qr.com.au. Please do not email your application. We can only accept applications received via our website.
