Casual Electricians | Broadmeadow, Newcastle NSW

UGL's Manufacturing & Maintenance business is seeking experienced Electricians to join our locomotive build team at Broadmeadow, Newcastle.

These positions are offered on a casual full-time basis for a minimum 6-month engagement, working under the UGL Newcastle Operations Enterprise Agreement.

Enjoy a 9-day fortnight, with every second Friday off, providing a great work-life balance.

Rostered Hours

- Monday to Thursday: 5:30am - 2:30pm
- Working Friday: 5:00am - 1:30pm

About the Role

Reporting to the Service Delivery Manager, you will support our Regional Rail retrofit program and other locomotive manufacturing and maintenance projects across the Broadmeadow site.

Key responsibilities include:

- Control circuit terminations and crimping
- Power circuit terminations and crimping
- Installation of rigid and versatile conduit
- Installation of cable ducting
- Installation of cable harnesses and looms
- Disconnecting and reconnecting motors and electrical equipment
- Working from engineering drawings and wiring diagrams
- Ensuring work is completed safely and to quality standards

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

- Australian-recognised Electrical Trade Certificate
- Certificate of Proficiency – Electrical
- Current Electrical Licence

- Experience in:

- Panel wiring
- Cable harness and loom manufacturing
- Cable terminations
- Mil-spec plug termination and assembly
- Harness schedule and device report interpretation

- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and schematics
- Experience with:

- Hydraulic crimping
- Insulated lug crimping
- Pin crimping across various plug types

- Knowledge of Liquitite conduit fittings
- Ability to work within a fast-paced production environment
- Strong communication skills




- Team-focused attitude with a commitment to safety and quality

What We Offer

- Competitive hourly rates
- Consistent full-time hours
- 9-day fortnight with every second Friday off
- Opportunity to work on significant rail manufacturing projects
- Stable employment within Australia's growing rail industry
- Ongoing career development opportunities within a 6,000+ employee organisation
- Supportive and safety-focused team environment

Why Join UGL Transport?

At UGL Transport, we are committed to:

- Maintaining a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace
- Fostering teamwork and collaboration
- Delivering innovative and efficient rail solutions
- Investing in our people and their development
- Building trusted partnerships with our employees, customers and stakeholders

Company Overview

UGL Transport is a vertically integrated transport and rail business owned in a 50/50 joint venture with UGL Pty Ltd and the Sojitz Corporation.

UGL Transport designs, manufactures and maintains rolling stock and rail infrastructure, operates and maintains transport networks, and designs, delivers, and operates train systems and critical communications. With a legacy of over 125 years beginning in Newcastle, UGL Transport has sites and businesses across Australia and New Zealand.

Important Information

✔️ Pre-employment checks may include:

· References

· Medical assessment (including drug & alcohol screening)

Diversity & Inclusion

UGL Transport is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strongly encourage applications from:

· Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples

· People with disability

· Mature-aged workers

· Individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds

Apply Now

If you're a qualified Electrician looking to contribute to major rail projects and join a respected industry leader, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Ref 269995

📌 Electrical Tradesperson Casual (Newcastle)
🏢 UGL
📍 Newcastle