Skilled Rail Fabrication Specialist

1 month ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia laing O'Rourke Full time

About Laing O'Rourke

We are a $6 billion international operation with 70 years of experience in Australian construction and infrastructure, including nearly two decades under our banner. Our business delivers projects that cater to diverse environments, from high-security military bases and major rail transport infrastructure projects to landmark buildings at transportation hubs.

We own one of Australia's largest plant and equipment hire companies called Select Plant Australia. We believe that combining the right culture with purposeful technology will help us meet demand and deliver certainty for our clients.

Our current project involves seeking experienced professionals for Casual Rail Welders positions in Sydney NSW. This role offers great career prospects with a privately-owned tier 1 constructor and international engineering enterprise.

Rail-specific duties may include:

  • Ensuring welding tasks meet required standards
  • Determining the method and sequence of welding operations
  • Preparing rail for repair and maintenance work on tracks
  • Completing necessary documentation such as welding and adjustment returns

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • Able to work independently and as part of a team
  • Demonstrated experience working in the rail construction industry
  • Current Thermit Welding Certificate or equivalent qualification
  • Certificate 2 in Rail Infrastructure
  • Hold a valid Construction Induction (White Card) and Rail Industry Worker (RIW) Card
  • Valid Drivers Licence Class 'C' or 'HR'
  • Ability to pass a CAT3 medical and comprehensive functional screening
  • Hold a current Sydney Trains CON number

What we offer:

We strive to create an environment that brings out the best in our people. We believe in building careers through providing a safe, connected, and innovative culture that supports ongoing growth and development. Our benefits include:

  • Specialised learning and development programs
  • Mental health and wellbeing program
  • Industry-leading paid parental leave policy
  • Purchased leave option
  • Coaching programs for staff on parental leave

Diversity and Inclusion:

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse society in which we live and work. Laing O'Rourke is proud to hold the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Citation - Employer of Choice for Gender Equality. We actively support a diverse workforce and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.



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