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Operator maintainer

Townsville
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Posted: 6 June
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Date: 25 May

Location: Townsville, QLD, AU

Company: Queensland Rail

Overview

You'll connect Queensland. Well connect you to an amazing career.

Queensland Rail is built on true connection. We are a large and fully integrated infrastructure business chartered with a responsibility that is pivotal to the success of Queensland and its people. Our culture is one based on safety and performance.

Benefits

* Permanent opportunity providing long term career stability
* Potential annual salary of $100,000 including penalties
* Super: 9/5 roster (9 on 5 off)
* Travel in roster on paid work time
* Travel allowance
* Complete Certificate II & III in Rail Infrastructure – Track Surfacing
* All PPE & uniform supplied
* The opportunity to increase your salary by gaining relevant machine tickets, CAT3 Driver qualifications and other applicable competencies
* Strong focus on safety; we work safe every day to ensure everyone goes home safe

Purpose

Our Regional Assets business are responsible for managing the maintenance and reliability of our rail network, ensuring it is safe and reliable for regional Queensland customers, communities and industries.

This position is based at our Bohle depot within the Resurfacing North team. The team includes four resurfacing units, each with a Supervisor, Team Leader, five Operator Maintainers, and two Vegetation Control Officers. Together, they work to cover the regions from Rockhampton to Cairns and Townsville to Mt Isa.

Responsibilities

* Operate machinery in compliance with all policies and safe work procedures
* Perform regular servicing and maintenance on all on-track and auxiliary equipment
* Liaise with the Resurfacing Supervisor regarding program requirements
* Assist tradesperson with mechanical/electrical repairs and maintenance as required
* Undertake accurate and timely administrative and recording duties

Qualifications

* Experienced in operating civil or mobile plant machinery
* Current drivers licence
* Strong communication skills
* Demonstrated commitment to safety
* Capacity to travel and work throughout regional Queensland
* Flexibility to work some overtime and weekends when required

Application Details

Please apply to Operator Maintainer via our website by clicking onto the "Apply" button by 11:59pm (GMT 10:00 Brisbane) Sunday 7th June.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CURRENT QUEENSLAND RAIL EMPLOYEES: You must apply for vacancies via the internal People Connect solution.

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 Natasha Neuendorf with your specific enquiry on or email. We can only accept applications received via our website.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Queensland Rail is an equal opportunity employer, providing a safe and inclusive workplace for all employees and applicants.

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