Gemco Rail, a subsidiary of Engenco Limited, specialises in the manufacture of rail products and provision of maintenance services to national rail operators. The company provides wheel-sets, bogies and in-field wagon maintenance, and manufactures recent and refurbished wagons, bogie component parts, rail track maintenance equipment, and customised, remote-controlled ballast car discharge gates, as well as repair, maintenance and refurbishment of locomotives.

We now have an exciting prospect for two experienced Boilermakers to join the team on a casual basis based in Rutherford, Newcastle. The primary function of this role is to assess, prepare and repair rolling stock including wagons of all types and overhaul and repair wheelset bogies or other rail units as required.

Key Responsibilities:
Carry out the welding of components to a finished state.
Remove and replace worn or damaged components
Repair worn and damaged components
Ensure that all welding is to a standard of AS4280
Carries out Bogie inspections
Carry out metal fabrication of components
Read drawings and manufacture components as per drawings
Carry out oxy cutting and welding procedures to rolling stock equipment / able to use Plasma Cutter




Modify existing components through metal fabrication process
Manufacture and fabricate brackets, fixtures, tooling, fittings and equipment.
Able to conduct minor mechanical repairs to ARC, MIG + Welders

Essential:
National relevant trade qualifications
C Class Drivers licence
Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Regulations
Sound general engineering knowledge
Ability to work unsupervised and adhere to strict deadlines
Able to perform general fitting duties

Desirable:
Previous experience in the rail industry would be highly sought, though not essential
National High Risk Work Licence – Forklift

The successful candidate will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical and provide a current police check.

We are looking to fill this role IMMEDIATELY. Please submit your application (resume and cover letter).

Please Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

This role is only open to Australian residents or those holding a relevant Visa giving right to live and work in Australia.

Strictly No Agencies Please

📌 Boilermaker Rutherford
🏢 Gemco Rail
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