Tram Service Technician Mechanical

About Torrens Connect
Torrens Connect is contracted by the South Australian Government to operate Adelaide MetroTram Service.

A joint venture between John Holland, UGL and bus operator Transit Systems (a subsidiary of Kelsian formerly SeaLink), Torrens Connect delivers simpler, faster, and more connected journeys for people in Adelaide.

Torrens Connect leverages its international expertise and local experience to convey Adelaide's residents and visitors to the places important to them, safely and on time. 

About the Role
We are currently seeking a Tram Service Technician (Mechanical) to join our Rolling Stock Maintenance team.  

The Tram Service Technician (Mechanical) is responsible for carrying out the mechanical maintenance, modification, repair, servicing and inspection requirements regarding the tram vehicle fleet and associated plant and vehicles.

Key Responsibilities

1. Ensuring a safe and reliable public transport service.
2. Efficiently and effectively provide preventative and corrective maintenance to trams.
3. Perform preventative maintenance services for mechanical equipment.
4. Identifying, diagnosing and reporting maintenance issues in relation to plant, equipment and accessories.
5. Making recommendations for improvements on systems and processes associated with mechanical systems.
6. Checking, assessing, repairing plant and equipment as determined necessary.

About You
Essential qualifications and capabilities:

1. Indentured Trade Certificate in Mechanical Fitting
2. Current SA Driver’s Licence
3. Demonstrated experience working in a fast-paced, team-orientated environment that required you to manage multiple tasks efficiently

Desirable (not essential) qualifications and capabilities:

1. Track Safety Awareness
2. Post Trade Pneumatic and Hydraulic Training
3. High Risk Licence – Elevated Work Platform, Fork Truck
4. AQF Certificate IV
5. Demonstrated knowledge of and experience related to overall safety, rail safety and other legislation and regulatory requirements

How to Apply

If you want to be part of an organisation that appreciates the diversity of its people and seeks to create inclusive environments that promote your talent and skills, please click the apply button and forward a copy of your resume and cover letter. 

Closing date Sunday 28 April 2024. 

Please note that relevant screening checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process. These may include a national criminal history check and for you to undergo pre-employment medical assessment.

Torrens Connect is an equal opportunity employer. During recruitment, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, and people of all ages.   

Torrens Connect is committed to maintaining a child safe and child friendly environment for children and young people who use our services.