Aurizon is seeking an experienced and safety‑focused Track Maintainer Team Leader to join our Infrastructure Maintenance team in Dry Creek, Adelaide. In this hands‑on role, you will lead and support track maintenance activities to ensure the safe and reliable movement of freight across the region.
You will coordinate daily work tasks, carry out inspections, oversee maintenance and repairs, and provide guidance to your crew. The role suits someone with strong rail or heavy‑industry experience who is confident working both independently and while leading a small team.
Key Responsibilities:
Carry out track inspections and apply standards and quality control (QC).
Level 3 Safe Working.
Workplace Trainer/Assessor responsibilities where qualified.
Assistant Tamper Operator duties.
Responsible for a small crew - team leader duties.
Co‑ordinate and allocate maintenance tasks.
Perform training and administrative duties.
What we're looking for:
Certificate II or III in Rail Infrastructure, or strong equivalent rail experience
Demonstrated track maintenance or rail infrastructure background
Ability to lead small teams and coordinate daily work plans
Competent using hand tools, small plant and heavy equipment for track work
Current C Class Driver's Licence (no restrictions)
White Card (Construction)
High regard for rail safe working procedures and WHS requirements
Physically capable of outdoor, manual labour in varying conditions
Availability to work Monday - Friday
Ability to travel within region and respond to occasional call outs
Ability to pass a Category 1 Rail Medical and Driver History Check
Desirable:
Experience supervising small track maintenance teams.
Experience with Aluminothermic welding, offsiding or track protection
Machine operation tickets (loader, skid steer, excavator)
HR or HC Truck Licence
Please note: These roles are not FIFO/DIDO positions. Candidates must be based in or willing to relocate to Adelaide.
About Aurizon:
Aurizon is Australia's largest rail freight operator, providing integrated landside supply chain solutions and being a top 100 ASX company. Each year, we deliver more than 250 million tonnes of Australian commodities across the country. Aurizon is crucial to the Australian economy, connecting miners, primary producers, and industry with both international and domestic markets.
At Aurizon, we are proud of our diverse, collaborative, creative, and high-performance culture. We celebrate the contribution of every employee and provide opportunities for career development in a dynamic, caring, and inclusive work environment.
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