Are you a hands-on technician looking for a role with variety, travel and technical challenges? Join Downer's close-knit maintenance team and help keep Queensland's rail network moving.
At Downer, we help make people's lives better; we build strong relationships; we are supporting communities; we are looking ahead. Downer's greatest asset is our people, which is key to our success.
Downer has over 100 years' rail experience providing end-to-end, innovative integrated transport solutions. We are a leading provider of rollingstock asset management services in Australia, with expertise in delivering whole-of-life asset management support to our customers. Our capability allows us to offer turnkey solutions for complex projects, spanning every project phase, from design and manufacture through to through-life-support, condition monitoring and data analytics, fleet maintenance, operations, comprehensive overhaul of assets, and decommissioning.
If you're trade-qualified and safety-focused, we want to hear from you
About the Role:
We're looking for a Boilermaker to join our team based at Bowen Hills, with regular travel required to regional QLD. You'll work on Queensland Rail's passenger rollingstock, undertaking scheduled maintenance, repairs, and fabrication or modification of components.
This role will involve both workshop and outdoor environments, requiring physical fitness to handle equipment and various types of terrain.
Key responsibilities:
* Perform boiler making, welding, and fabrication tasks on railway rollingstock, sub-assemblies, and steel or metal components.
* Use various welding and fabrication tools and techniques for structural repairs and modifications.
* Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical schematics to fabricate or repair components and resolve issues.
At Downer, we help make people's lives better; we build strong relationships; we are supporting communities; we are looking ahead. Downer's greatest asset is our people which is key to our success.
Downer has over 100 years' rail experience providing end-to-end, innovative integrated transport solutions. We are a leading provider of rollingstock asset management services in Australia, with expertise in delivering whole of life asset management support to our customers. Our capability allows us to offer turnkey solutions for complex projects and spans every project phase, from design and manufacture to through-life-support, condition monitoring and data analytics, fleet maintenance, operations and comprehensive overhaul of assets, and decommissioning.
If you're trade-qualified and safety-focused, we want to hear from you
About the Role
:
We're looking for a Mechanical Technician with Welding experience to join our team based at Mayne, with regular travel to regional QLD. You'll work on Queensland Rail's passenger rollingstock, undertaking scheduled wagon maintenance inspections and repairs, component overhaul and testing.
Your role will involve both workshop and outdoor environments, requiring physical fitness to handle equipment and terrain.
Key responsibilities:
* Perform mechanical work on Railway Rollingstock, sub-assemblies, and manufactured parts.
* Exposure to pneumatic systems and tools for mechanical servicing
* Read and interpret technical schematics to diagnose and resolve faults
* Diagnose and resolve mechanical issues, leveraging technical drawings and engineering best practices.
* Communicate effectively with team members, customers, and contractors.
What you'll bring:
* Trade-qualified mechanical fitter or equivalent
* MIG/ARC Welding experience
* Valid driver's license.
* Ability to work independently and in a team
* Continuing commitment to a Zero Harm workplace
What we offer:
* Great tools and environment to grow in the trade
* On the job training and certification for rollingstock work
* A highly supportive, team environment.
* A strong commitment to maintaining a Zero Harm environment for all our employees and visitors.
* Opportunities to work across diverse locations
* Working for a company that values innovation, inclusion and your career growth
* Excellent employee benefits and wellness program
How to Apply
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Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.