- Work hands-on with complex diesel-electric locomotive systems
- Join a supportive, skilled maintenance team with strong development pathways
- Play a critical role ensuring protected, reliable and compliant rail operations

About the Role

Pacific National isseekingskilled and safety‑focusedLocomotive Maintainer - Electricianto join our Asset Reliability team in Newcastle. In this essential role, you will carry out maintenance, diagnostics,inspectionsand repairs on diesel-electric locomotives to ensure they are safe,reliableand fit for service.

You’llwork acrosselectrical systems, supporting both planned and reactive maintenance activities in a fast-paced, safety-critical environment.

Whatyou’llbe doing

- Perform scheduled servicing, preventative maintenance, running repairs and componentchange-outs.
- Conduct detailed inspections on traction motors, compressors, brakingsystemsand other major locomotive components.
- Use OEM diagnostic software, schematics and testing equipment to fault-find and isolate issues.
- Complete function testing and certify locomotives as ready for service.
- Maintainaccuratework orders, defectcodesand job history within the CMMS.
- Follow all WHS, rail safety,isolationandsafe‑working procedures at all times.
- Work collaboratively with operations, planning,engineeringand stores to support fleet availability.




- Participate in continuous improvement activities and contribute to technical knowledge sharing.

Whatyou’llbring

- Trade qualification: Electrician (Cert III or equivalent).
- Experience in locomotive or heavy industrial/mobile equipment maintenance.
- Strong diagnostic capability using laptop tools,schematicsand measurement equipment.
- Experience with scheduled exams, running repairs andcomponentreplacements.
- Ability to work safely in a shift-based, industrial environment.
- Effective communication skills for handovers,escalationand reporting.
- CMMS experience desirable; locomotive platform experience (C44 / FDL, 710) highly regarded.
- Strong safety mindset and attention to quality standards.

Why join us?

At Pacific National we value diversity, inclusion, and the contribution of each team member. Our values underpin our commitment to create an inclusive culture where everyone is accepted.

Some of the benefits we offer are:

Paid parental leave

- Discounted travel and insurance
- Novated Leasing
- Fitness Passport
- Inclusive, values-driven culture

We live by our Values: Make it Simple, Share More, Kindness, Gratitude, Curiosity, and Own It – helping us build strong connections and do our best work every day.

Ready to deliver what matters?

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📌 Locomotive Maintainer (Newcastle City Council)
🏢 Pacific National
📍 Newcastle City Council