AddressSignal Electrician - Maitland
About ARTC
Keeping Australia moving and growing our network for the future brings immense opportunities.
At ARTC (Australian Rail Track Corporation), we are one of the largest rail network owners in Australia. With more than 1,800 employees across 39 locations, we all work towards our common goal to link the nation and keep Australia moving. As the rail industry undergoes significant transformation, we’ve invested billions of dollars to build, expand and modernise our network to get freight off the road and onto rail, and we’re not stopping. That’s good for our customers, motorists, the environment, and communities.
About the Division / Team
Our Hunter Valley network primarily services the Hunter Valley coal chain – the world’s largest thermal coal export operation – by providing an efficient and reliable rail transportation system between mines and the Port of Newcastle. We manage the movement of around 250 trains per day on our network. Around half of these being coal trains and the other half comprised of passenger services, as well as grain, general intermodal, and other bulk freight trains.
About the Opportunity
Based in Maitland, NSW, working a 9-day fortnight, ARTC is currently seeking applications from qualified Signal Electricians that are looking to become part of our Hunter Valley Asset Maintenance team. Benefits enjoyed by Signal employees at ARTC include permanent full-time employment, relocation assistance, discounted fitness passport, novated vehicle lease options, eligibility to participate in the company bonus scheme and comprehensive training.
This role will see you install, modify, maintain and repair signalling and communication equipment, on the Hunter Valley rail network. We are looking for dynamic individuals that perform well in a team environment that is focused on delivering safety and reliability outcomes for our assets. There are also opportunities for further development and career progression, depending on your aptitude, performance and thirst for growth.
Qualified electricians who are interested in undertaking a traineeship in Railway Signalling will also be considered.
*Past applicants are encouraged to re-apply*
About You
To ensure success in this position, applicants will be able to demonstrate:
Essential Selection Criteria:
Qualified Railway Signal Electrician
Knowledge and ability to implement the principles of rail safety management, OHS principles and electrical codes of practice
Proven experience in diagnosing and resolving signal and communication equipment faults in a rail environment
Written and oral communication skills
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Ability to apply quality systems including policies and procedures
Customer service focus
Drivers Licence – Class C
ARTC Statement of Competency (Signals) or demonstrated ability to attain as per Signals Competency Assessment (EST-20-03).
Full Australian Working Rights
Desirable Selection Criteria:
Detailed knowledge of telemetry and computer interlocking systems
Current AUSTEL / ACA license
What we offer
You will have access to a variety of benefits working with us, including but not limited to:
Competitive remuneration
An uncompromising commitment to a Zero-Harm working environment
Fully paid on the job training
24/7 Employee Assistance Program for all employees and their direct family members
Numerous financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits Including salary sacrifice option of novated leasing, discounts and support programs
Our Organisation and Culture
We foster an inclusive, values led culture and embrace diversity in all forms. Together, our people build a respectful, fair, and flexible workplace and we thrive on creating an environment where your hard work and achievements are recognised.
We have an uncompromising commitment to your physical and mental health and safety. We want you to be with us for the long-term, so providing you with ongoing development opportunities is important to us.
We rely on the diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goals. To ensure we can do that, we seek talented employees regardless of age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or cultural background.
At ARTC, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to making a real difference for Australia’s first peoples and encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent. Come and join us at ARTC and experience belonging.
Apply Now
If this opportunity sounds like the challenge you have been looking for please apply online today. As part of the application process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment criminal history, reference and medical checks, including drug and alcohol testing.
For further information relating to the role, please contact - ***********@artc.com.au
Applications close: 10th July, 2024.
ARTC reserve the right to progress applications prior to the closing date.
