Railway Signalling Interlocking Fitter

**Railway Signalling Interlocking Fitter**
- 9 Day Fortnight
- Option to be based out of one of our depots located at Bathurst, Orange, Dubbo, Tamworth or West Wyalong
- Industry leading hourly rates, base hourly rates starting at $49.34 and up to $52.94 (pending qualifications and experience) plus opportunities for overtime that incur additional penalty rates
- Opportunities to work across regional NSW, including the Riverina, Central West and North West NSW
- The security of working on a long term project that is contracted through to the first quarter of 2032
- Strong Team culture
- Diverse, challenging and rewarding role

UGL Regional Linx has been awarded the contract to operate and maintain the NSW Country Regional Network (CRN).

UGL Regional Linx are currently looking for a Qualified Railway Signal Interlocking Fitter employee to join our Routine Maintenance Signalling Team based out of one of either Bathurst, Orange, Dubbo, Tamworth or West Wyalong, NSW. Signal Interlocking Fitters assure the ongoing safety of the rail network, carrying out activities to manage the maintenance and repair of electrical point motors and mechanical ground frames that switch the tracks for trains. This role will be working on a 9 day fortnight roster, with working away from home requirements from time to time.

**_Your role as a Railway Signalling Interlocking Fitter:_**

As a Railway Signalling Interlocking Fitter you will be responsible for conducting routine maintenance inspections and repairs as per UGLRL’s Technical Maintenance Plan, identifying and repairing signal interlocking defects, faults and attending failures to diagnose and correct interlocking faults.

**_About You_**
- Team oriented, accountable and results driven
- Strong communication skills (written and oral)
- Demonstrated ability to work independently to organise and prioritise demands, handle multiple complex tasks simultaneously, set and meet deadlines and follow-through within a fast-paced operational environment with multiple and competing demands.
- Ability and willingness to adapt, quickly learn and utilise new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing structure, process information and technology

**_Your Experience_**
- Qualified Signal Interlocking Fitter (preferred) or National competencies and previous experience in either Welding or Fitting Turning
- White card
- Class C Driver’s licence essential (HR preferred)
- Two to five years’ experience in a similar role in the rail industry (desirable)
- Hold a current RIW card (preferable)
- Rail maintenance background and technical understanding
- Intermediate computer literacy skills

**_What we offer_**
- Diverse opportunities to grow, back yourself and achieve
- Flexible working arrangements including a nine day fortnight
- Ongoing training for career progression
- A competitive remuneration package with employee assistance program for employees and their families, AIA Vitality wellness program and Discounts on private health insurance, vehicles, travel and more

**_About Us_**

UGL is a well-known and respected for providing end-to-end engineering, construction and maintenance services within; rail and transport, communications and technology systems, oil and gas, power, renewables and resources, water and defence markets. UGL partners with some of the world’s largest blue-chip companies and government agencies, private enterprises and public institutions. We are a member of the CIMIC Group of companies
- At UGL, we value diversity - in the backgrounds, ideas, work styles and perspectives of our team. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage people with disability, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, mature aged workers and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
- Please note that relevant screening checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process. These may include a national criminal history check and for you to undergo pre-employment medical assessment including drug and alcohol screen.

**Discipline**: Mechanical Fitter

**Primary Location**: Australia-NSW-Blue Mountains & Central West

**Work Type**: Full-time