Permanent, full-time opportunity with ongoing training and development
Rotating day shifts on a lifestyle roster: 5 on/4 off, 5 on/5 off, 4 on/5 off
Safely Every Day — That's Our Promise
Join Australia's largest private rail freight operator and start your hands-on career in rail!
Pacific National moves millions of tonnes of freight across Australia every day.
We're looking for a
safety-focused Maintainer
to join our team at the
Adelaide Freight Terminal
.
Rail experience isn't essential — if you're mechanically minded and keen to learn, we want you!
About the Role
As a Maintainer, you'll play a key role in keeping our wagons secure, reliable and operational.
Your tasks will include:
Performing preventative maintenance, inspections and repairs on wagons
Responding to breakdowns and assisting with recovery activities
Carrying out heating, cutting and welding tasks
Operating mobile plant, vehicles and lifting equipment
Assisting with fabrication and component replacement
Collaborating with planners, supervisors and operations teams




This is a physically active role requiring a strong focus on safety and the ability to work independently and in a team.
About You
Heavy industry trade background (highly regarded but not essential)
Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
Current C Class Driver's Licence (essential)
Forklift/MR Licence (advantageous)
Boilermaker, welding or fabrication experience (preferred)
Comfortable using basic computer systems for reporting and documentation
Why Work with Us?
At Pacific National, we value
diversity, inclusion, and career growth
.
Our benefits include:
Paid parental leave
Employee discounts on travel and health insurance
Novated leasing
Fitness Passport
Ongoing training and development opportunities
A workplace culture built on our Values:
Make it Simple, Share More, Kindness, Gratitude, Curiosity, Own It
Safely Every Day – That's Our Promise.
Ready to deliver what matters?
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📌 Wagon Maintainer (South Australia)
🏢 Pacific National
📍 South Australia