Locomotive Maintainer - Electricians, Diesel/Mechanical Fitters

Trade Qualified Electricians, Mechanical Fitters, and Diesel/Heavy Vehicle Mechanics

About the Client

Our client is an established leader in the rail infrastructure and maintenance sector, known globally for their specialized technology. They design and build their high-tech machinery locally, providing premium, round-the-clock support to the rail network.

We are proud to partner with them to find their next generation of rail maintainers. If you are a trade-qualified professional looking for a genuine career change where you can expand your skill set, this is your prospect.

The Role

This isn't your average workshop or site job. Working on-site and onboard advanced rail grinding vehicles, your day-to-day will involve:

- Maintaining, diagnosing, and operating specialized rail grinding machinery.
- Safely and efficiently meeting production goals to ensure the tracks keep moving.
- Working collaboratively in a close team environment across both Sydney and regional/remote network locations.

What’s on Offer?

- Lifestyle Roster: A structured 9 days on, 5 days off roster (includes a mix of day and night shifts).
- Team Culture: Join a tight-knit, highly supportive, and collaborative crew.
- Stability: Immediate start available with a globally recognized industry giant.

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking Trade Qualified Electricians, Mechanical Fitters,



and Diesel/Heavy Vehicle Mechanics who have a strong mechanical aptitude, sharp attention to detail, and an uncompromising commitment to safety.

Core Requirements:

- Trade Qualification: Australian Trade Certificate (Cert III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade, Electrical Trade, or equivalent).
- Licences: Current unrestricted Electrical Licence (for Electricians).
- Valid Driver's Licence with reliable transport.
- Travel & Flexibility: Must be willing and able to travel to regional and remote locations as required by operational needs, and work a flexible mix of day and night shifts on the 9 on, 5 off schedule.
- Medical & Safety: Ability to pass a Category 1 Rail Medical (including full colour vision) and ongoing Drug & Alcohol screenings.
- RIW Card: Current Rail Industry Worker card, or a 100% willingness to obtain.
- Rights: Full Australian working rights are essential.

Previous experience in rail, rolling stock, mining, heavy industrial, defence, or manufacturing is highly regarded, but a great attitude and willingness to learn is key!

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At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.

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📌 Locomotive Maintainer - Electricians, Diesel/Mechanical Fitters (City of Sydney)
🏢 Randstad
📍 City of Sydney