Progress Rail is a wholly owned subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc. and a leading provider of rolling stock, infrastructure and advanced technologies for global rail customers. The company delivers EMD® locomotives and engines, trackwork, signaling, fasteners, and comprehensive locomotive and freight car services, along with aftermarket parts and recycling. Its technology portfolio includes data analytics, automation, connected assets, predictive maintenance and yard optimization tools. With support from Caterpillar and a network of nearly 150 locations worldwide, Progress Rail delivers cutting-edge, reliable solutions to the rail industry. Learn more at progressrail.com

About the role

As an Electrical Testing Officer, you will play a key role in ensuring our locomotive fleet is safe, reliable and ready for service. You will be responsible for running-in, load testing and advanced fault-finding on a diverse range of locomotives while maintaining the highest quality and safety standards. You will also share your expertise by coaching and mentoring team members in locomotive operation, troubleshooting and diagnostic practices.

This includes:

Run, overhaul, test and repair locomotives in line with established procedures, quality standards, and safety requirements.

Conduct load testing and verify locomotive performance ensuring power output meets specifications.

Inspect and validate locomotive protection systems to ensure safe and reliable operation.

Diagnose electrical and operational faults, coordinating repairs and adjustments as required.

Provide coaching and mentoring to employees in locomotive operation, testing, and fault-finding techniques.





Deliver electrical supervision and work closely with QTP personnel to support testing and commissioning activities.

Develop, review and maintain quality documentation, safe work procedures, live work area requirements and locomotive test programs.

About you

Previous experience in a similar testing, commissioning, or electrical maintenance role.

Experience leading or supervising tradespeople in a workshop or maintenance setting.

Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding skills.

Extensive knowledge of locomotive testing and diagnostics.

Ability to investigate issues, identify root causes, and provide practical solutions.

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Electrical Trade Qualification and a current Electrical Licence.

A strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

What we offer

Competitive starting rate with opportunities to increase based on skill set and/or length of service.

Work a 9 day fortnight with a Rostered Day Off.

Great work life balance with our Monday to Friday work week

12% superannuation

Access to overtime

Opportunities for ongoing training to increase your skill set

Secure onsite parking

On site canteen

About Our Process

At Progress Rail, we are committed to employing individuals who align with our Values and meet the requirements of the role. As part of the recruitment process, there are a number of checks which may be conducted for a role including police / criminal background checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing and/or reference checks.

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📌 Electrical Testing Officer (East Ipswich)
🏢 Progress Rail
📍 East Ipswich