Traction Linesperson

We 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 starting base salary of $85,000-135,000 plus penalties and working away. Will earn up to $160,000 for candidates that are qualified and hold all the qualifications that are required - Electrical Licence Traction and other qualifications when working for QR.
• 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

About our TeamOur Regional Assets South provides essential infrastructure maintenance, delivery and rail traffic management services for regional Queensland customers, communities and industry across the South West, West Moreton, Near North Coast and Central West.Reporting to the Co-Ordinator Traction Power, you will work with a supportive and tightknit team that consists of three substation electricians and six other Traction Linespersons. They are a team that work closely and provide support to the Miriam Vale and Bundaberg teams.About the role:

• Install, maintain and repair the overhead traction power equipment
• Ensure all work is performed safely and in accordance with technical and operational specifications and standards
• Implement and co-ordinate traction system isolation, access and worksite safeworking protection
• Maintain all records and associated documentation relating to asset condition, maintenance programs and costing systems
• Report on actual work performed against scheduled work program and equipment performance and condition irregularities
• Review current work procedures and practices to find continuous quality improvement
• 9-day fortnight generally between the hours of 0700 to 1600 however flexibility is required to work outside of these hours, on weekends, public holidays and you can expect to be on call roughly every third week.
• Travel and work across the district - this may include attending training in Brisbane and Maryborough or assisting with maintenance work in Rockhampton when required

About you:

• Previous knowledge and experience of overhead traction power equipment and their relevant maintenance and installation standards
• Sound level of skill in the installation, repair and maintenance of overhead traction power equipment
• A safety conscious attitude with a sound knowledge high voltage operating procedures / safeworking practices and the Workplace Health and Safety Act
• Sound interpersonal, oral and written / digital communication skills
• Electrical Linesperson Licence - mandatory
• C' class drivers licence - mandatory

Please apply to Traction Linesperson (7439) via our website by clicking onto the "Apply" button by 11:59pm (GMT+10:00 Brisbane) Sunday 7th April 2024IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CURRENT QUEENSLAND RAIL EMPLOYEES:You must apply for vacancies via the internal People Connect solution - Click for more informationExternal 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 WorkforceQueensland 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.