Maintenance Engineer – Rolling Stock (Multiple Mid to Senior Roles) Maintenance Engineer – Rolling Stock (Multiple Mid to Senior Roles) Direct message the job poster from Heaton Rail
Recruitment Specialist | Technical Recruiter | Engineering & Rail Talent Acquisition | Headhunting & Executive Search We're seeking multiple Mid to Senior level Mechanical Engineers to work with our client to improve overall performance of their national fleet of locos and wagons.
We have both permanent and contract roles available. The contract role will be 3 to 6 months with opportunity to extend and convert to permanent after this period. Location will either be Adelaide or regional NSW based.
Roles and Responsibilities Investigate, diagnose, and resolve rolling stock failures across assigned fleets Provide technical and engineering support to maintenance, manufacture, and operations Develop, update, and roll-out various technical and process related documentation Identify, develop and deliver process and systemic improvements Analyse failure, risk and operational data whilst leveraging SME input, to uncover issues and drive performance improvements Skills and Requirements Prior experience in a similar role would be ideal (Fleet, Performance, RAMS, Reliability, Maintenance etc.) Engineering degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or related field Proven capability in rail freight, Rolling Stock, transport, mining, or heavy engineering sectors (defence, aviation, manufacturing, aerospace, oil & gas, power, water, utilities etc.) Experience in heavy maintenance, rotables, parts management, planning, and/or Maximo would be beneficial for one of the roles Why work with us We look after you - our candidates, employees and contractors are our most valuable asset. We are rail industry experts and work with some of Australia's best rail companies Access to opportunities that aren't usually advertised Work with multiple clients (Operators, Maintainers, Manufacturers, Consultancies etc.) and across various Projects and Project phases Work from home (WFH / remotely), on site, or a mix depending on the Project and your requirements About Us Heaton Rail undertakes work both locally and internationally for some of the world's best rail and heavy industry organisations that make a positive difference to millions of people's lives every day.
We help our clients do more, faster and better by connecting them with bright and passionate engineering, management and specialist talent in the fastest way possible.
At Heaton Rail, our people and talent network are truly our most important resource. As our famous saying goes, "a railway is 95% people and 5% iron".
Apply now to talk to one of our staff! Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Industries Rail Transportation, Railroad Equipment Manufacturing, and Industrial Machinery Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Heaton Rail by 2x
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