Job Description
Tradesperson Electrical - Avon (Residential Role)
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Roster and Remuneration / Benefits
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This is a permanent, residential Electrical Tradesperson role based in Avon — not FIFO. You'll be home every night, earning strong hourly pay under an Enterprise Agreement, without the fatigue and time away that comes with swing work.
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Roster:
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Monday to Friday - **** to ****
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Accrued Day Off: One paid day off every four weeks (ADO)
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Current: $***** per hour + penalties
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From July ****: $***** per hour (6% increase already agreed)
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Saturday and afternoon shift penalties apply
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This role offers top‐tier hourly rates without FIFO or long periods away from home, backed by the security of Australia's largest rail freight operator.
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About the Role
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We're looking for a qualified Electrical Tradesperson to join our Avon Rollingstock Maintenance team. This role is ideal if you want consistent work, competitive pay, and the ability to stay local.
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You'll work on locomotives and rollingstock that keep WA and Australia moving, with plenty of support and training provided.
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Key responsibilities include:
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Electrical maintenance, servicing and fault finding on rollingstock
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Preventive and corrective repairs
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Working to rail safety, technical and quality standards
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Completing maintenance documentation and reporting
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Supporting other WA depots when required under the EA
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Rail experience is helpful but not essential — we'll train the right person.
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About You
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You'll need:
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Electrical Trade Certificate (essential)
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Current WA A‐Grade Electrical Licence
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Strong commitment to safety
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Ability to read schematics and technical drawings
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Previous experience in rollingstock, heavy industry or industrial environments is advantageous but not mandatory.
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Pre‐employment rail medical and drug & alcohol screening apply.
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What We Offer You
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Residential role - home every night
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Robust hourly pay with scheduled EA increases
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Predictable roster with work‐life balance
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Training and development opportunities
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Career pathways across Aurizon's national network
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Paid parental leave and super booster
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Discounts across health insurance, travel, gyms, vehicles and retail brands
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About Aurizon
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Aurizon is Australia's largest rail freight operator and a top 100 ASX company. Each year, we move over 250 million tonnes of freight nationwide, supporting industries and communities across the country.
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We offer long‐term careers, not short‐term contracts, in a business that values safety, stability and its people.
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To learn about us and our company values, please visit