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1. Trainee Signal Maintenance Technician (SMT)
2. Location: Mildura Job Type: Permanent Full-Time Reports to: Signal Supervisor Salary: $55.2095 per hour + superannuation Working rights: You must have Australian entitlement to work. A check will be conducted as part of the pre-employment screening. Closing Date: Tuesday 29th July 2025
3. Being an SMT Trainee at V/Line brings:
4. A stable and rewarding career: Genuine opportunities for long-term career progression and professional development.
5. Excellent pay and benefits: Competitive hourly rate of $55.2095 plus superannuation, supportive roster, and a free Myki pass for metropolitan and regional travel.
6. Work with purpose: Help connect Victorians safely and reliably across the state.
7. What we do
8. V/Line connects Victorians through safe, reliable, and accessible transport. With over 3,700 weekly services, millions rely on us to reach jobs, education, family, and friends. Our team of 3,100+ people is growing to meet the challenge of delivering more services, trains, and major projects.
9. About the role
10. As a Trainee Signal Maintenance Technician, you will help keep Victoria's transport network safe and reliable. You will work under supervision to perform maintenance and installation tasks with precision and care.
11. Key responsibilities:
12. Assist with maintaining and installing signalling equipment
13. Complete scheduled maintenance tasks from the technical plan
14. Enter task-completion reports into our maintenance system
15. Attend and rectify equipment faults at multiple locations
16. Use service schedules to guide maintenance activities
17. A little about you
18. While we provide extensive training, you'll need:
19. Certificate III in Electrotechnology or a Victorian A Grade Licence
20. A current and full driver's licence
21. Problem-solving motivation
22. Commitment to safety and teamwork
23. Desire to learn and grow your career at V/Line
24. A commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.
25. Demonstrated alignment with V/Line's values of responsiveness, integrity, impartiality, accountability, respect, leadership and human rights.
* Trainee Signal Maintenance Technician (SMT)
* Location: Mildura Job Type: Permanent Full-Time Reports to: Signal Supervisor Salary: $55.2095 per hour + superannuation Working rights: You must have Australian entitlement to work. A check will be conducted as part of the pre-employment screening. Closing Date: Tuesday 29th July 2025
* Being an SMT Trainee at V/Line brings:
* A stable and rewarding career: Genuine opportunities for long-term career progression and professional development.
* Excellent pay and benefits: Competitive hourly rate of $55.2095 plus superannuation, supportive roster, and a free Myki pass for metropolitan and regional travel.
* Work with purpose: Help connect Victorians safely and reliably across the state.
* What we do
* V/Line connects Victorians through safe, reliable, and accessible transport. With over 3,700 weekly services, millions rely on us to reach jobs, education, family, and friends. Our team of 3,100+ people is growing to meet the challenge of delivering more services, trains, and major projects.
* About the role
* As a Trainee Signal Maintenance Technician, you will help keep Victoria's transport network safe and reliable. You will work under supervision to perform maintenance and installation tasks with precision and care.
* Key responsibilities:
* Assist with maintaining and installing signalling equipment
* Complete scheduled maintenance tasks from the technical plan
* Enter task-completion reports into our maintenance system
* Attend and rectify equipment faults at multiple locations
* Use service schedules to guide maintenance activities
* A little about you
* While we provide extensive training, you'll need:
* Certificate III in Electrotechnology or a Victorian A Grade Licence
* A current and full driver's licence
* Problem-solving motivation
* Commitment to safety and teamwork
* Desire to learn and grow your career at V/Line
* A commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.
* Demonstrated alignment with V/Line's values of responsiveness, integrity, impartiality, accountability, respect, leadership and human rights.
Why V/Line
* In addition to free myki travel, we offer:
* Community impact – Make a genuine difference. Work in a role that connects Victorians, every day.
* Huge potential – We're transforming, and you can too. Be a change maker, recognised for your contribution and creativity.
* Dynamic environment – V/Line operates in a constantly changing space. Join a fast-paced and exciting organisation.
* Collaborative team – You'll be part of a broader supportive team. Surround yourself with talented, passionate peers.
* Flexible working – We support flexible working. Work in a way that supports you to thrive in your role.
Remuneration for this position will be in line with the V/Line Rail Asset Management Enterprise Agreement 2023.
We are committed to ensuring a comfortable and accessible recruitment experience. If you need any adjustments or have specific accessibility requirements at any stage of the process, please contact our Talent team at or 1800 800 007 for confidential support.
As an equal opportunity employer, V/Line is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace and network that reflects the communities we serve. We accept and value the contributions of all our employees regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, age or disability. We are also proud to be endorsed by Work 180 as a great place for women to work, second year in a row.
We proudly acknowledge First Peoples of Victoria. We acknowledge their ongoing strength in practicing the world's oldest living culture. We acknowledge the Traditional Owners' lands, waters, and skies on which we live and pay respects to their Elders past and present.
At V/Line, safety is our priority. Successful applicants will undergo relevant pre-employment and medical checks to meet our safe working standards.
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