About the business:

Progress Rail is a wholly owned subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc. and a leading provider of rolling stock, infrastructure and advanced technologies for global rail customers. The company delivers EMD® locomotives and engines, trackwork, signaling, fasteners, and comprehensive locomotive and freight car services, along with aftermarket parts and recycling. Its technology portfolio includes data analytics, automation, connected assets, predictive maintenance and yard optimization tools.

With support from Caterpillar and a network of nearly 150 locations worldwide, Progress Rail delivers innovative, reliable solutions to the rail industry. Learn more at progressrail.com

About the role:

The primary purpose of this position is to perform maintenance, repairs, fabrication and welding activities on locomotives and associated equipment within the facility ensuring all work is completed to the required safety, quality and operational standards.

Your Primary Responsibilities will be:

- Ability to read, comprehend and apply engineering drawings

- High level communications and interpersonal skills

- High level problem solving skills and the ability to work as part of a team

- Ability and willingness to further their knowledge and skills with additional training

- High level record keeping

- Knowledge and understanding of Stick and MIG process welding

- Undertake preventative maintenance and/or repairs to all rolling stock, wagons, plant and facilities as required

- Provide recommendations to management on methods and procedures with a view to more efficient operations of the facility and maintainability of rolling stock





- Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on locomotives and equipment and ensure that all tasks are performed in accordance with relevant maintenance documentation.

- Provide recommendations to management on methods and procedures to improve the service and product we offer our clients.

- Commitment to a Safety Driven workplace that promotes an excellent teamwork attitude

Skills & Experience:

- Trade Certificate in Boilermaking Welding

- Previous experience on locomotives freight maintenance or service activities would be desirable.

- Previous experience within a heavy maintenance environment

- Certified competency as a forklift operator, overhead crane driver would be advantageous but not essential.

- Ability to work unsupervised and be a hands on team player.

- Exceptional customer service skills.

- Proven ability to organise and prioritise tasks, be flexible and resourceful, proactive and professional in manner with a high degree of initiative and strong communication skills.

Why Work for Progress Rail Port Augusta?

- Immediate start available

- Stable, Full time employment

- Monday - Friday AM Roster

- Regular OT available

- Competitive hourly base rate

About Our Process:

At Progress Rail, we are committed to employing individuals who align with our Values and meet the requirements of the role. As part of the recruitment process, there are a number of checks which may be conducted for a role including police / criminal background checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing and/or reference checks.

If you are ready for a current opportunity and would like to join a growing vibrant team, please apply.

We look forward to hearing from you.

📌 Boilermaker (Port Augusta)
🏢 Progress Rail
📍 Port Augusta