AddressAbout this opportunity
Reporting to the Track Supervisor, a typical week in this role might look like/this role involves:
- Carrying out labouring tasks on Yarra Tram Tracks and associated infrastructure as directed
- Carrying out tasks associated with Infrastructure Projects and maintenance of the Track assets
- Reports to Supervisor, Track as required to carry out Tram Track Maintenance works in a safe and cost-efficient manner
Key Accountabilities
- To perform labouring tasks (eg: asphalting, concreting, etc.), operate mechanical equipment (eg: jackhammers, vibrating plates, etc.) under supervision
- Operate a variety of trucks including Welding Trucks, Tippers, Drain Cleaning and Points Cleaning on an as required basis
- Assist in the replacement and maintenance of tram track and other associated work as directed
- Assist in identifying and reducing OH&S and environmental issues relevant to the position
- Perform all track maintenance required including emergency response, routine and corrective maintenance on track assets in accordance with Infrastructure projects and maintenance requirements
- Ability to conduct basic welding / oxy cutting as per maintenance procedures
- Basic knowledge and understanding of Tram Track Maintenance Standards
- Provide emergency response and ability to conduct maintenance repairs
- Basic knowledge in points maintenance including ability to maintain and clean track and point assets
- Perform all reporting required to Track Supervisors
- Ability to implement traffic management
About you
Ideally you will have:
- Must possess a current Victorian Drivers Licence
- Possession of a current Medium Rigid Endorsed Victorian Drivers Licence is highly desirable
- Must be medically fit to perform the functions of the position
- Ability to understand written and spoken instructions given in the English language
- Work in an environment without direct supervision requiring initiative to deal with unplanned situations in a safe and appropriate manner
Experience & Knowledge
- Sound knowledge of the tram network and experience in detecting and dealing with faults
- Successfully pass training courses dealing with "Tram Electrical and Tram Track Safety, Overhead Appreciation" and "Traffic Management"
- Be prepared to work day or night shift, and weekends or public holidays as required
- Demonstrated experience in tram track maintenance is desirable
- A sound knowledge of OHS &E requirements pertaining to track work
Applications close: 16 November 2023
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