AddressTrainee Signal Electrician
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
Ensure the operational integrity and efficiency of a designated section of rail corridor by assisting qualified Signal Electricians in day to day activities.
Install, modify, maintain and repair signalling and communication equipment, in accordance with technical maintenance plans, signalling discipline standards, practices and safeworking procedures
Examine and test signalling equipment in accordance with signalling standards, diagnose and isolate faults, and ensure that appropriate certificates are submitted
Install and maintain mechanical signalling locking, and interlocking devicesInfrastructure and equipment
Maintain aerial signal/telecommunications lines and cables
Attend to emergencies and irregularities and ensure that equipment is promptly and safety returned to service
Participate in projects and undertake other duties as requested
To ensure success in this position, applicants will be able to demonstrate:
Relevant trade or technical experience
Knowledge and ability to implement the principles of rail safety management, OHS principles and electrical codes of practice
Experience in fault finding, maintenance and repairs
Sound communication skills both written and oral
Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
Customer service focus
Drivers Licence – Class C
Desirable Selection Criteria
Detailed knowledge of telemetry and computer interlocking systems
Current AUSTEL / ACA license
Hand signalling and Worksite Protection Class 3
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: 4th June 2024.
