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SalaryWhat Queensland Rail has to offer:
- Initial 12-month contract
- 9-day fortnight - generally between 0700 to 1600 with every second Friday off - giving you a better work / life balance.
- Starting annual base salary of $127,000
- Generous superannuation of up to 17.75%
- Paid training and ongoing support to develop your experience with access to internal vacancies
- Discounts on rail travel as well as accommodation, travel insurance, theme parks and tractions through QRI Lifestyle
The Rockhampton Rollingstock Maintenance team currently has an exciting opportunity available for a Working Shift Leader. This position is responsible for leading a Workshops team this includes coordinating maintenance staff, assets and other resources as well as providing office and shop floor co-ordination and technical expertise.
Day-to-day responsibilities of this role will include:
- Provide leadership, supervision and technical coaching to all trades and support staff.
- Lead the safety of the work place, tasks and team members.
- communicate and build effective relationships with management, staff, unions, suppliers, contractors (or sub-contractors), customers and other stakeholders
- Ensure on time completion of planned and unplanned maintenance activities, providing technical expertise and leadership to achieve the required delivery of safe, available and reliable Electric Tilt Trains.
- Contribute to the achievement of maintenance plans to meet priorities and targets and assist Maintenance Manager as and when required.
- Manage the Rockhampton rollingstock project programs ensuring each package of works is delivered to a high quality standard and within timeframes and budgets.
Our ideal candidate will demonstrate the following competencies:
- Leadership: experience in leading and providing guidance to a small team with the ability to make decisions
- High level of skill in the maintenance of rollingstock
- High level of skill in prioritising, co-ordinating and managing labour and assets
- Pre-employment requirement-Electrical Trade Certificate
- High level of planning/scheduling skills in a highly complex and dynamic rail environment
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CURRENT QUEENSLAND RAIL EMPLOYEES:
You must apply for vacancies via the internal People Connect solution - Click for more information
External 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 Workforce
Queensland 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 Kayley Gayton via the phone number or email below.
To learn more about this Queensland Rail career opportunity please contact Kayley Gayton with your specific enquiry at kayley.gayton@qr.com.au. Please do not email your application. We can only accept applications received via our website.
