Cairns Maintainer

1 week ago

Cairns, Queensland, Australia Queensland Rail Full time $104,000 - $135,000 per year

Company description:

Queensland Rail's purpose is to provide a customer-focused, safe, reliable, on-time, value for money rail service that benefits the community, supports industry and is integrated with the public transport system. The organisation's vision is connecting communities through a modern, world-class rail service.

Job description:

You'll connect Queensland. We'll connect you to an amazing career.

We are a large and fully integrated business that provides services that are pivotal to the success of Queensland and its people. Our culture is one based on safety and performance

What Queensland Rail has to offer:

  • Initial Fixed term position until September 2026 based at Portsmith Depot
  • Potential to earn over $135,000
  • Work a 8-day fortnight
  • On going training will be provided
  • Work with an experienced, supportive and engaged team
  • All PPE & uniform supplied

About the role:

Our Rollingstock Maintenance team is currently seeking an Electrical/Mechanical Maintainer to join us on a full-time basis in Cairns. In this role, you will provide safe, efficient, and reliable electrical and mechanical services to Kuranda Scenic Railway Operations as well as other areas within the Travel & Tourism Maintenance Depot, Portsmith.

Day-to-day responsibilities of this role will include, but are not limited to;

  • Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs on rollingstock and equipment.
  • Use computer systems to record maintenance, repairs and materials used.
  • Support carriage overhaul and refurbishment programs.
  • Respond to derailments and in-service defects with timely repairs.
  • Work collaboratively with team members to achieve maintenance goals.
  • Follow all safety, environmental and company policies.
  • Maintain depot cleanliness and a safe work environment.
  • Carry out other duties as required to support operations.

Please see position description for a full list of responsibilities: 'Position Description'

To be considered for this opportunity, applicants must have the following:

  • Hold a current manual 'C' class driver' licence
  • A strong work ethic and ability to work efficiently as part of team
  • A strong commitment to safe working practices and zero harm

You must also hold one of the below:

Electrical Fitter and Mechanical License

Electrical Fitter License

Electrical Mechanical License

Hours and Salary:

This position offers a 8-day fortnight roster. With the current roster, and allowances you have the potential to earn over $135,000 annually plus 12.75% superannuation.

Sounds great, what's next?

Please apply to Cairns Maintainer (Elec/Mech via our website by clicking onto the "Apply" button by 11:59pm (GMT+10:00 Brisbane) Sunday 31st August 2025.

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