Who is Watco?

Watco is a US based business established in 1983 in Pittsburg, Kansas with strong roots tied to our 'Customer First' Foundation Principles. Watco Australia operates rail services on the West and East coasts of Australia, providing container and bulk transportation solutions for customers in the grain, agriculture, livestock, rail infrastructure, minerals and steel manufacturing industries.

Due to our continued growth, we have an opening for a Wagon Maintainer to join our team in Mackay, Queensland.

About the Role

As a Wagon Maintainer, you'll play a key role in keeping our rail wagons safe, reliable, and ready for service. This is a hands-on role where you'll work on scheduled maintenance and respond to breakdowns, with a focus on fault finding and rectification.

You'll work across mechanical systems by troubleshooting faults, replacing components, and performing system checks to OEM standards. Your work directly impacts the performance and reliability of our fleet. Travel within Queensland may be required for field service work and on-the-job training, so flexibility is important.

This is a permanent full-time Field Service Technician (FST) role under our Enterprise Agreement (EA), classified at Level 2 or Level 3 depending on skills and experience.

Classification and Pay

This role is covered by the Watco East Coast Maintenance and Rollingstock Enterprise Agreement 2025.

- Level 2: $92,567.04 per year ($44.50/hr)

- Level 3: $107,821.53 per year ($51.84/hr)

Rates effective from 22 March 2026, in line with the Enterprise Agreement increase.

Level 2





- Trade qualification (Cert III Mechanical or equivalent), or demonstrated competency in wagon maintenance.

- Proven ability in maintenance and repairs.

- Ability to read schematics and follow safety procedures.

Level 3

- All Level 2 requirements.

- Extensive wagon maintenance experience.

- Ability to handle complex diagnostics and system upgrades.

- Experience with EMD and/or GE equipment (desirable).

- Ability to mentor and support other team members (where required).

For all levels

- Valid 'C' class driver's licence.

- Commitment to protected work and compliance with rail safety rules.

- Welding certificate (desirable).

- High risk, forklift, dogman, truck, and/or rigger licences (desirable).

What We Can Offer

- Paid Parental Leave.

- Competitive salary.

- Career development and growth opportunities.

- Novated Leasing.

- Employee Assistance Program for employees and family members.

- Uniform and PPE provided.

- Be a part of a close-knit and supportive team.

Our team are recognised, acknowledged, and rewarded for the amazing work they do. Apply now, to start your career with Watco Australia!

Note: You may be required to be vaccinated against certain illnesses or diseases as a precondition of employment.

Watco Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to maintaining, growing and supporting our diverse and inclusive culture, by seeking and promoting diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse community groups and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, women, and other diversity groups.

📌 Wagon Maintainer (Mackay)
🏢 WATCO WA Rail
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