Senior Shunter

Eveleigh, NSW, AU, 2015

You prioritise the safety of yourself and others at work, both physically and mentally.

Work in an organisation based on purpose, structure and process. You know that to make a meaningful contribution to our community and economy, there needs to be diligence in our operations.
 

In this role, you'll:

Work in a dynamic environment where you’ll focus on the receiving, marshalling, and dispatching of Electric and Diesel rolling stock to facilitate safe and efficient movement of trains.

You’ll liaise with the Precinct Manager, Fleet Maintenance, and work closely with other Fleet Operators at this multi-user site.

On a daily basis you’ll marshal trains within the centre for inspection, maintenance, repairs, and the removal of carriages. You’ll work to schedules and rosters to accept and despatch trains, communicate with signalling staff, and generally work to having all train movements completed in a safety-focused, practical, and efficient way.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Fleet Maintenance Division within Sydney Trains. It is a permanent, fulltime role based out of the Eveleigh Maintenance Centre.

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About you

Training will be provided to the successful applicant on site however the role requires an individual who has the ability to comprehend the phonetic alphabet & has sound planning and problem solving skills.

To be successful, you will be flexible, adaptable, punctual, safety conscious & have excellent communication skills. Having flexibility & fatigue management skills to work a 24/7 rotating roster is essential.
 

Who we are

Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day.

At Sydney Trains, our rail services keep Sydney moving by putting our customers at the centre of everything we do. We work with our local communities to deliver safe, timely and efficient rail services 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Our trains and network are evolving to meet the needs of our customers now and well into the future. We’re continuing to integrate technological innovations that help us deliver a smarter and more sustainable network.

Join us

Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers.

We offer a wide range of employee benefits, like our award-winning flexible and hybrid work options.

This is an in-person, on-site role.

What are you waiting for…? Connect with us.  Apply now!

Applications close: 11:59pm Monday 13th May 2024.

For more information about this role, please contact ***********@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU.

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