Skilled Turner / Machinist - Heritage Workshop
Position:
Skilled Turner / Machinist - Heritage Workshop
About the Don River Railway:
The Don River Railway (DRR), operated by The Van Diemen Light Railway Society Inc., is a beloved heritage railway and a premier tourist attraction in Tasmania, dedicated to recreating living railway history. Our Mechanical Workshop operates as a heavy industry environment, vital for the preservation and operational readiness of our historic fleet. We pride ourselves on the precision and quality required to maintain and restore complex railway components.
The Opportunity
We are seeking experienced and qualified Turners and Machinists to join our dedicated Mechanical Workshop team. This is a hands-on role where your precision engineering skills will directly contribute to the fabrication, repair, and restoration of critical components for our unique collection of locomotives and rolling stock. If you are passionate about applying your trade in a historical context, working with intricate machinery, and ensuring the longevity of valuable heritage assets, this is a highly rewarding opportunity.
Skilled trades are HIGHLY desired
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Key Responsibilities & Duties
Operate lathes, milling machines, and other workshop machinery to fabricate, modify, or repair metal components with high precision.
Interpret engineering drawings and specifications for manufacturing and repair tasks.
Conduct inspections of components to identify wear, damage, and ensure adherence to specifications.
Collaborate with other skilled tradespeople, engineers, and volunteers within the Mechanical Workshop.
Adhere strictly to all DRR safety procedures, workshop competencies, and operational guidelines.
Contribute to a positive and collaborative workshop environment.
Anticipated Impact & Why Volunteer with Us
Directly preserve Tasmanian railway history:
Your precision craftsmanship will create or restore vital parts, bringing historic rail vehicles back to life and keeping them operational for future generations.
Ensure operational safety:
By fabricating and repairing critical mechanical components to exact standards, you directly contribute to the safe operation of our trains for both volunteers and the visiting public.
Apply your trade in a unique setting:
Work on diverse and historically significant machinery that offers unique challenges and immense satisfaction beyond typical industrial environments.
Be part of a passionate community:
Join a team of dedicated volunteers and enthusiasts who share a love for railways and a commitment to DRR's mission.
Support DRR's future:
Your efforts will directly enable our expansion plans and ensure our fleet meets mainline standards, contributing to our growth as a premier tourist attraction.
Job Details
Category:
Museums & Heritage
Commitment:
Regular - less than 6 months
Type Of Work:
Safety & Emergency Services, Trades & Maintenance
Time Required:
Flexible hours, min. 4 hrs/week. Workshop operates weekdays. Max 15 hrs/week.
Training:
Mandatory induction. On-the-job training for railway specifics and safety.
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