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 new 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

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

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.

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

📌 Boilermaker (Maitland)
🏢 Gemco Rail
📍 Maitland