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SalaryWe are a large and fully integrated business that provides services that are pivotal to the success of Queensland and its people. Our culture is one based on safety and performance.
What Queensland Rail has to offer:
- Permanent position with a salary package of up to $153,000 for candidates that are qualified and hold a Cert IV in ESI - Power Systems Substations. Starting base salary of $85,000 plus penalties and working away.
- Paid training and ongoing support to develop your experience with access to internal vacancies
- Strong focus on safety - we 'work safe' every day to ensure everyone goes 'home safe'
- Work within an experienced and supportive team
- Long-term career and stability with an industry leader
- Full uniform (including boots and PPE) and rail specific tools are supplied for work purposes
- Uniform and tools are supplied for work purposes
- The opportunity to explore Queensland - enjoy discounts on rail travel as well as accommodation, travel insurance, theme parks and attractions and more through QRI Lifestyle
This position sits within our Maryborough Traction Power Team where you will report directly into the Co-Ordinator Traction Power and where you will work with a supportive and engaged team that consists of two other Substation Electricians as well as the greater Traction Team of approximately seven.
About the role
- Install, maintain and repair substations, power systems and associated equipment safely and in accordance with specifications and standards
- Maintain all records and associated documentation
- Report on actual work performed against scheduled work program, equipment performance and condition irregularities
- Review current work procedures and practices for quality improvement
- Work predominately between 0700 to 1600 on a 9-day fortnight (generally with every second Friday off). You can also expect to be on call roughly every three weeks and you will be required to work some weekends and public holidays
- Frequent travelling and working predominately between Gympie to Gladstone however you may be required to travel and work in other districts when required.
About you
- Previous experience working on high voltage traction substations and associated equipment
- Sound skill in the maintenance, testing and fault rectification of high voltage traction sub-stations and associated equipment
- A safety conscious attitude with a sound knowledge of high voltage operating procedures
- Sound interpersonal, oral and written / digital communication skills
- QLD Electrical Mechanic Licence - mandatory
- 'C' class drivers licence - mandatory
- Cert IV in ESI - Power Systems Substations
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CURRENT QUEENSLAND RAIL EMPLOYEES:
You must apply for vacancies via the internal People Connect solution - Click 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 Natasha Neuendorf via the phone number or email below.
To learn more about this Queensland Rail career opportunity please contact Natasha Neuendorf with your specific enquiry on 0436967743 or email . Please do not email your application. We can only accept applications received via our website.
