You'll connect Queensland. We'll connect you to an amazing career.Queensland Rail is built on true connection and everything we achieve is made possible by you.Our Queensland Rail Travel network is proud to connect communities throughout the state. We deliver unique tourism experiences in some of Queensland's most picturesque locations. Our long-distance train services provide critical connections to family, friends, holidays, work and medical care.About the Gulflander:One of Australia's most unique railways, the Gulflander is a rail journey like no other. Originally built to connect the once bustling river port of Normanton to the gold fields of Croydon, today the Gulflander is a tourism icon and ventures through countryside that most people will never see.About our Team:We are seeking a Mechanical Fitter / Leading Hand 2IC to join our Gulflander team based in Normanton which consists of the Officer in Charge and two Station Assistants.This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that delivers all aspects of the Gulflander tourism rail service including mechanic and train guard. In addition to this, you will be trained up as the Train Driver when the Officer in Charge is unavailable or is taking periods of leave.This role will suit someone who has a Certificate III in Mechanical Engineering, who is looking for a unique change of scenery and who has a love of trains and connecting with others.About the role:
- Undertake Guard duties on scheduled and excursion runs - this includes loading and unloading of luggage and ensuring that everyone is safely onboard the train
- Servicing and maintenance of the Gulflander railmotor and other rollingstock to meet rail safety compliance
- Maintenance of all station facilities, gardens and equipment at Normanton and Croydon
- Assist with reservations, ticketing and general office duties
- Customer service to travelling customers, visiting tourists, local community and stakeholders
- Undertake Train Driver duties when the Officer in Charge is unavailable
- Substantial level of skill in working with mechanical and/or industrial machinery operation and maintenance. Previous experience with railmotors and rollingstock is highly desirable
- Exceptional customer service skills and communication skills - highly desirable
- Ability to undertake a variety of manual handling tasks including lifting up to 20 kilograms
- Sound level of skill in the use of computing and software packages
- National 'C' Class Drivers Licence - required
- Cert III in Engineering (Mechanical) or equivalent - required
- Mechanical Fitter and Turner (Trade Cert) - highly desirable but not essential.
- Base annual salary of $82,200 + 12.75% super + applicable penalties and allowance + fully furnished 3-bedroom house which includes 1 bathroom, carport, laundry, 1 garden shed plus large shared double bay shed, fully fenced and fully airconditioned with utilities covered except phone and data (please click and to view the house).
- No long commutes to work - the train station is approximately 50m's from the house
- Opportunities to explore nearby communities on your time off such as Karumba which is a fishing paradise and offers charters and adventures to explore
- A once in the lifetime opportunity to combine your passion for the community and customer service with the ability service and maintain the rollingstock and station facilities
- Discounted rail travel for off-duty travel on the Southeast Queensland and long-distance travel networks
- Paid training and ongoing support to multi-skill and develop your experience e.g. train driving
- Strong focus on safety - we 'work safe' every day to ensure everyone goes 'home safe'
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 Tanya Anderson via the email below.To learn more about this Queensland Rail career opportunity please contact Tanya Anderson with your specific enquiry via email to tanya.anderson@qr.com.au. Please do not email your application. We can only accept applications received via our website.