Trade Assistant

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

**Your Future Role**

Take on a new challenge, learn, and develop in a cutting-edge field with our team in Randwick. This is a critical position in our Sydney Light Rail project, supporting the maintenance of trams, assisting in preventative maintenance programs, and repairing equipment. You will also regularly assist Mechanical Engineers and Engineering Technologists in the design of mechanical equipment and plants, select tools and equipment, and liaise with key stakeholders, suppliers, and subcontractors. This role will be on a rotating roster, which includes morning shifts (6 am-2 pm), afternoon shifts (2 pm-10 pm), and night shifts (10 pm-6 am) across weekdays and weekends.

We'll look to you for:

- Preparing drawings, plans, and designs for mechanical engineering work under the direction of Mechanical Engineers and Engineering Technologists
- Assembling and installing new and modified mechanical assemblies, components, machine tools, controls, and hydraulic power systems
- Estimating material costs and quantities, and machine requirements
- Performing and directing field and laboratory tests
- Collecting and analyzing data, carrying out complex computations, and preparing diagrams
- Organizing and supervising inspection and maintenance of machines and plants
- Ensuring that designs and finished work are within specifications, regulations, and contract provisions

**All About You**

We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we believe will help you succeed and grow in this role:

- A team player with a can-do attitude
- The ability to work effectively in factories and workshops, collaborating with other workers, adhering to supervisory guidelines, and working on a rotating roster
- Experience in the maintenance or rail industry; proficiency in the manufacturing and industrial sectors would be advantageous
- Trade, construction, and/or electrical knowledge would be advantageous
- Experience with IT, and hand and power tools would be advantageous
- Good written and verbal communication skills, problem resolution skills, a self-motivated attitude, and the ability to work on your own initiative
- A current NSW C Class Driver's Licence or the ability to obtain one
- Strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity, with the capacity to stand for prolonged periods and maintain good physical fitness

**Things You’ll Enjoy**

We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

- Play a critical role in supporting the maintenance of our trains
- Have the opportunity to develop your career with a global industry leader
- Enjoy access to a free corporate gym membership
- Receive free salary continuity insurance
- Gain free access to Alstom University (offering thousands of courses and learning materials)

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you

**Important to note**

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 70+ countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

An agile, inclusive and responsible culture is the foundation of our company where diverse people are offered excellent opportunities to grow, learn and advance in their careers. We are committed to encouraging our employees to reach their full potential, while valuing and respecting them as individuals. We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with disability and other minority groups to apply.