Heavy Rail Plant Operator

2 months ago

Melbourne, Australia VLine Full time

Business Unit:
**OLM Track SSS-SUN**
- Function:
**Network Devt, Assets & Maintenance (NDA&M)**
- Job Code:
**703981**

V/Line’s purpose is to connect Victorians through safe, reliable, and accessible transport. We believe in giving all Victorians opportunities through travel and transport - connecting them to jobs, education, family and friends, services, tourism and trade.

V/Line is experiencing significant growth and we’re delivering more services, more trains, cheaper fares, and huge projects. With more than 3700 weekly train and coach services, an expansive freight network and unprecedented rail investment, millions of Victorians depend on us to deliver. You could be one of our 2700 plus committed team members who are up to the challenge.

**About the role**

V/Line’s Melbourne Gang (Team) is looking for their next Rail Track Labourer Operator to join supporting the maintenance (gang) team as a full time permanent labourer / plan operator with maintenance tasks. Reporting to the Track Ganger, you will work as part of a team performing key tasks such as laying, aligning, repairing & maintaining railway tracks on both passenger and freight, servicing Southern cross to Manor Junction, Tottenham/Newport mainlines and all associated yards. 77 kms of mainlines, five major yards and a number of siding lines across the region

**Other responsibilities include**:

- The position is required to drive the truck and plant in the heavy category.
- You will also carry out manual labouring tasks for the renewal and/or maintenance work related to the rail infrastructure.
- Cleaning of plant equipment & worksite up-keep
- Safe use of hand tools, plant and equipment
- You may also need to work overtime, work away from your Home Depot, nightshift as part of a regular patter or roster cycle

**About you**

We are looking for a safety-conscious team player with a positive attitude. The person will be comfortable labouring as well as operating plant and equipment in return be benefited with a supportive culture who encourages career progression within the Track Infrastructure maintenance space. It is essential that you not only have Excavator ticket but have had experience in a similar industry with operation on a regular basis. This position could be the first step to your future career with VLine To be considered for this role, you will be required to have availability to work the current roster currently Monday to Friday 7.30 to 4.00 pm with a day off a fortnight to be agreed to by management.
- Valid Victorian Heavy Combination Licence (Essential)
- Valid Victorian Heavy Rigid License (Desirable)
- Must have completed Year 10 or equivalent
- Previous experience in either rail, Civil, Construction or recycling environment is advantageous
- Excellent practical experience operating an Excavator with a valid ticket is essential
- Demonstrated alignment to V/Line’s values of responsiveness, integrity, impartiality, accountability, respect, leadership, and human rights.

**What we offer**
- Free Myki pass allowing travel both V/Line, Metro and Tram networks across Victoria potentially (potential annual saving of up to $2,500 per year)
- Free Myki pass to immediate family when on annual leave
- Full personal protective equipment (PPE) and clothing provided
- Access to discounted “fitness pass”
- Employee Assistance Program for employees and immediate family members
- Access to professional development & study assistance (eligibility applies)

***How to Apply**

The recruitment & selection process may include aptitude assessments, behavioural and/or technical interviews and completion of pre-employment checks including probity (police) check, medical assessment & working rights. All V/Line team members are required to maintain a valid Victorian issued Working with Children Check (Employee) for the duration of employment.

V/Line is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and we welcome applicants from any background. We value diversity and are continuously working towards creating a flexible and inclusive environment that is representative of the Victorian community.
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