About the business:

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 innovative, reliable solutions to the rail industry. Learn more at progressrail.com

About the Role

Expression of Interest – Locomotive Maintainer - Electrical Progress Rail is seeking expressions of interest from experienced Electricians to join our team. While this is not an active vacancy, we are interested in hearing from skilled tradespeople who would like to be considered for future opportunities.

Reporting to the Facility Manager, you will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, modification, warranty support, and ongoing technical support of locomotives and associated equipment. You will play a key role in ensuring our rollingstock is maintained to the highest safety and performance standards.

This includes:

- Undertake preventative maintenance and/or repairs to all rolling stock, wagons, plant and facilities as required.
- Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on locomotives and equipment and ensure that all tasks are performed in accordance with relevant maintenance documentation.




- Provide recommendations to management on methods and procedures with a view to more efficient operations of the facility and maintainability of rolling stock

About you: You are safety‑focused and enjoy practical, technical work with the ability to work effectively both independently and within a team.

- Ability to read, comprehend and apply technical drawings.
- High level of communication and interpersonal skills.
- High level problem solving skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
- Ability and willingness to further your knowledge and skills with additional training.
- Knowledge and understanding of diesel/electric locomotive engines and its associated equipment is preferable

Skills and experience:

- Trade‑qualified with a current Electrical Licence
- Previous experience working on locomotives, freight maintenance, or servicing activities (desirable)
- Experience in heavy maintenance, diesel, power generation or similar industrial environment
- Ability to work unsupervised while contributing positively to a team
- Well‑organised with the ability to prioritise tasks and adapt to changing requirements
- Strong commitment to workplace safety and qualified standards

Register Your Interest

This advertisement is an Expression of Interest only and is intended to create a talent pool for potential future opportunities. By submitting your application, you will be considered for upcoming vacancies that match your skills and experience. We encourage you to register your interest and become part of the Progress Rail talent community. We look forward to hearing from you.

📌 Expression Of Interest - Locomotive Maintainer Electrical (Gladstone Central)
🏢 Progress Rail Australia
📍 Gladstone Central