Electrical Tradesperson

2 weeks ago


Port Augusta, South Australia Aurizon Full time
Electrical Tradesperson / Trainee Signal Maintainer

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Job Number: Work type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Port Augusta Categories: Trade & Services, Transport Operations & Logistics, Trades

Location: Whyalla / Port Augusta SA

About the role:

An exciting opportunity exists for a Trainee Signal Maintainer to join our Port Augusta / Whyalla team in South Australia. Under supervision, this role will conduct activities relating to the installation, maintenance and repair of all signalling and level crossing equipment, and report on the performance of the signalling asset to ensure safe and effective operation.

Once fully qualified, this role will be responsible for the maintenance and fault clearance of Aurizon's signalling and wayside assets predominantly in SA, (With an expectation of occasional travel in the NT), including active level crossings, switch machines, stream flow monitors and other associated equipment.

About you:

As a trainee you will need to undertake the necessary training and requirements to achieve a Certificate IV in Electrical (Rail Signalling). Training includes attending the Aurizon Training Centre in Rockhampton over approximately five, 2-week blocks per year, to meet the training requirements and become a fully qualified Signal Maintainer. You will:

  • Be a qualified Electrical Tradesperson.
  • Possess a strong work ethic and positive can-do attitude.
  • Demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills and ability to use initiative.
  • Have a strong commitment to safety and ability to actively apply safety management principles.

In addition to the above, you must be willing and able to travel when required as part of your ongoing development and training.

To be successful in this role you will possess:

  • An electrical trade qualification or equivalent
  • Unrestricted Australian Drivers Licence

What we offer you:

At Aurizon, we support the development and growth of our employees. With a national portfolio of operations, we offer long-term and exciting career opportunities.

Some of our benefits include:

  • Development and growth opportunities.
  • Access to mentoring and development programs.
  • Discounts on selected health insurance funds, personal travel, gyms, vehicles, and retail brands.
  • Parental leave program and super booster.

About Aurizon.

Aurizon is Australia's largest rail freight operator and a top 100 ASX company. Each year, we deliver more than 250 million tonnes of Australian commodities right across the country. Aurizon is crucial to the Australian economy, connecting miners, primary producers, and industry with international and domestic markets.

Look to Aurizon for a diverse and collaborative culture.

At Aurizon, we are proud of our diverse, collaborative, creative and high-performance culture. We celebrate the contribution of every employee and provide opportunities for career development in a dynamic, caring, and inclusive work environment.

Advertised: 16 May Cen. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 07 Jun Cen. Australia Standard Time

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