Maintenance Technicians (Electrical/Mechanical - Rolling Stock)

Project Overview

The New Intercity Fleet (NIF) Project is being delivered by Transport for New South Wales (TfNSW) to provide a fleet of new intercity trains for operation on the New South Wales (NSW) electrified rail network. The rail-car fleet will comprise of 55 Long Units and 69 Short Units for the Newcastle, Blue Mountains, South Coast and Central Coast lines.

The NIF high-capacity, double-deck walk-through trains to be delivered by RailConnect NSW will be configured as four, six, eight (2x4) and ten car trains (4+6). The trains will offer passenger comfort and amenities suitable for longer journeys, such as comfortable seating, advanced communications technology and toilets.

RailConnect NSW is a consortium comprising Hyundai Rotem Company (HRC), UGL Rail Services Pty Ltd (UGL) and Mitsubishi Electric Australia Pty Ltd (MEA) 

Role Overview

1. Responsible for carrying out Corrective Maintenance and highly skilled repair work.
2. Download, analyse and interpret Train Management System (TMS) train data logs for fault identification and rectification.
3. Expected to be able to undertake rollingstock fault finding tasks based on knowledge of and experience with rollingstock and associated sub-systems.
4. Implement Engineering Change Requests (ECR) and carry out Fleet inspections and associated rework.
5. Ensure trains meet Minimum Operating Standards (MOS) to enable running on the network.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Work collaboratively with the other engineering disciplines to ensure all trains are delivered to the customer safely and on time.
• Work collaboratively with key stakeholders addressing technical issues/solutions and assist in managing the outcomes.
• Have the ability to fault find problems in a safe, logical and systematic manner.
• Record issues and defects which may arise, working with the team to ensure that all FRACAS / NCRs are captured, addressed and formally closed.
• Ensure compliance with all record keeping requirements and any other relevant policies and procedures
• Input quality data to HRC’s quality system and follow up on any engineering related quality issues.
• Identify and promote process improvements (eg checklists), eliminate waste where possible and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in site safety activities and safety promotion campaigns.
• Undertake any adhoc projects, initiatives, tasks as directed by the HRC Fleet Operations Manager.
• Duties including but not limited to: CM, Modification, Fleet Inspection, Prep support, Pre-PA open item closure.

Essential Requirements

• Minimum Certificate III qualified in a mechanical or electrical trade
• Minimum 2 years relevant experience post apprenticeship 
• Working knowledge of Health, Safety and Environment legislation
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Strong communication skills (oral & written) including the ability to establish effective working relationships with a variety of people at different levels both internally and externally
• Proficient skills in computers: MS Word, Excel, email
• Must be customer focused, team oriented, accountable and results driven.
• Technically competent with logical and practical analysis of complex situations
• Demonstrated ability to work independently
• Capacity to work within a fast-paced environment with multiple and competing demands
• Ability and willingness to adapt, quickly learn and put to use new skills and knowledge brought about by a rapidly changing working environment

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online via the ‘Quick Apply’ button. For enquiries about the role, please contact Ronald Bullas by email - *************@hyundai-rotem.co.kr

Applications will be assessed as they are received, and only successful candidates will be contacted.

Successful candidates must have unlimited working rights in Australia and may undergo relevant screening/background checks.

Additional Information

Primary work location is in our Kangy Angy, NSW facility.

The ideal candidate for this role should possess flexibility and be capable of working rotational shifts according to business requirements.

We value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to contribute their unique perspectives, skills, and experiences to our team. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters innovation and success.