Electrician - Platform Screen Door Maintainer

Melbourne is Australia's fastest growing city - a city that is becoming increasingly reliant on public transport networks. Since 2009, Metro proudly continues to operate and maintain a world-class train service and network through to delivering significant transport projects that will shape how Melbourne moves. With Safely Always at the foundation of everything we do, we want everyone to get home safely. We are one team, helping to connect and shape a better Melbourne.

We're committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. We actively support flexible work arrangements and purchased leave options to help balance wellbeing, family, carer responsibilities, and other personal commitments. We value diversity and are dedicated to removing barriers to employment. We warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds—including women, culturally and linguistically diverse communities & people with disabilities.

• Platform Screen Door (PSD) Maintainer
• Permanent night shift (10pm - 6am), full-time opportunity
• $77 per hour, plus super, plus overtime

Help Shape Melbourne's Future Through Smarter Transport

Melbourne is evolving—and its public transport network is at the heart of creating a more connected, sustainable city. With transformative projects like the Metro Tunnel and Level Crossing Removals underway, we're making travel safer, faster, and more seamless for everyone.

Be part of a team that's driving real change and building a better future for Melbourne.

About The Role

We're looking for a dedicated Platform Screen Door (PSD) Maintainer to help ensure the smooth and safe operation of Melbourne's rail network. In this critical role, you'll be responsible for maintaining the power and PSD systems that support train movement and passenger safety.

Your work will include preventative and reactive maintenance, asset renewals, installations, and other essential tasks that keep our infrastructure running reliably. If you're hands-on, safety-focused, and ready to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.

This is a fantastic permanent night shift, full-time opportunity offering the chance to work across multiple locations, giving you exposure to diverse environments and experiences while contributing to a vital part of Melbourne's transport network.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Platform Screen Door (PSD) Maintainer, you'll play a key role in keeping our network safe and operational by:

• Performing preventative and reactive maintenance on power and PSD systems.
• Supporting asset renewals, installations, and fault investigations.
• Using elevated work platforms when required.
• Ensuring compliance with safety standards, regulations, and MTM policies.
• Conducting risk assessments and maintaining safe work practices.
• Monitoring equipment performance and contributing to continuous improvement.
• Working across high and low voltage systems under supervision and as part of a team.

About You

You're a qualified Electrical Tradesperson with a current "A" Class Electrical Licence, and you bring a solid background in electrical maintenance within industrial or infrastructure environments. You take pride in your ability to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain complex systems, and you're confident working both independently and as part of a team.

• A current "A" Class Electrical Licence and qualification as an Electrical Tradesperson.
• Proven experience in electrical maintenance within industrial or similar environments.
• Knowledge of electrical automation/PLC systems and the vertical transport industry (desirable).
• Certification in Track Safety Awareness (Level 1) and First Aid (Level 2) (preferred).
• Rail Safety Competency (desirable).
• Strong ability to interpret complex electrical drawings and circuitry.
• Solid understanding of OHS&E legislation, AS3000, and safe working practices.
• Willingness to night shift, overtime, and participate in an on-call roster.
• A valid manual Victorian Driver's Licence

Why work for Metro?

• FREE Myki card for PTV travel across Victoria
• 14 weeks Paid Parental Leave (no qualifying period)
• Comprehensive training support
• Discounts at top brands and stores
• Diversity & Inclusion - we value unique perspectives and support initiatives such as Women at Metro (over 30% of our workforce are women).

Ready to apply? Great

To apply, you must be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Recruitment Process:

• Phone Interview
• Behavioural Interview
• Pre-employment Checks (police check, Category 1 medical & references)
• Job Offer

We understand that not everyone applies unless they meet 100% of the criteria. If you're excited about this opportunity but don't check every box, we still encourage you to apply—your unique background and experience may be exactly what we need.