Trainee Signal Electrician - Muswellbrook

Trainee Signal Electrician - Muswellbrook

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

Are you an accomplished electrician eager to ascend to the next level, with a sincere fascination for the intricate systems that ensure seamless railway operations? Are you in pursuit of a career that promises stability, progression, and a chance to wield significant influence? Your search ends here! ARTC Muswellbrook is on the lookout for a driven professional like you, ready to immerse yourself in our training program and become a Qualified Signal Electrician, launching an exhilarating career journey with ARTC.

Benefits enjoyed by Signal employees at ARTC include an attractive lifestyle roster, permanent full-time employment, relocation assistance, discounted fitness passport, novated vehicle lease options, eligibility to participate in the company bonus scheme and comprehensive training.

Why choose ARTC?

An Industry Leader: ARTC is a renowned organisation at the forefront of Australia's railway network. We pride ourselves on delivering reliable, efficient, and safe rail operations across the country.

Cutting-Edge Technology: As a Trainee Signal Electrician at ARTC, you'll work with state-of-the-art electrical and signalling systems. From maintaining tracks to troubleshooting complex circuits, you'll be at the heart of keeping our railways functioning seamlessly.

Comprehensive Training: We are committed to investing in your professional development. You'll receive structured, hands-on training from experienced mentors who will guide you through the technical skills and knowledge necessary to excel in this role. You'll undertake a Cert IV in Railway Signalling to become a Qualified Signal Electrician.

Collaborative Environment: Join a diverse team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about what they do. Collaborate with experienced Signal Electricians, engineers, and technicians, and learn from their wealth of knowledge.

Career Progression: At ARTC, we believe in nurturing talent and providing opportunities for growth. As you gain experience and demonstrate your skills, you'll have a clear pathway to advance your career within the organisation.

To learn more about what it's like to be a Signal Electrician with ARTC, please view the following video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bv2qm6kF_k0

About You

If you think you will enjoy working outdoors in the picturesque Hunter Valley and Mid-Western region of NSW, this opportunity is too good to pass up. There are a variety of different locations throughout this region to call home, all of which are a relatively short commute to the centralised Provisioning Centre in Muswellbrook. If your interests include sport, lifestyle hobby farming, fishing, camping or 4wd'ing, this region has it all.

To ensure success in this position, applicants will be able to demonstrate:

• A deep commitment to safety with a proactive attitude to challenge and improve existing practices.
• Possession of a valid electrical licence.
• Willingness to pursue and complete a Cert IV in Rail Signalling.
• Proven ability to work both independently and as a collaborative team member, ensuring effective contributions to the group's success.
• Demonstrated experience in fault identification, maintenance, and proficient repair skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, complemented by adeptness with computer systems.
• A readiness to travel within the Hunter Valley region and an eagerness to accommodate overtime as required by ARTC.
• Possession of a Class C driver's 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. ARTC is a drug and alcohol-free working environment.

For further information relating to the role, please contact - ***********@artc.com.au

Applications close:9th May 2024.

ARTC reserve the right to progress applications prior to the closing date.