Wagon Maintainer

18 hours ago

Australia Pacific National Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

Join a supportive maintenance team at our Greta Maintenance Facility

Every day we transport millions of tonnes of critical freight around the country for our customers. 

This role requires you to work with the Maintenance Supervisor and Planners to ensure that wagon maintenance requirements are met safely and effectively. Wagon Maintainers are required to carry out scheduled maintenance, inspection work, repairs and respond to emergency recoveries on the rail network.

The main objective of this essential team is to ensure on time availability of Pacific National rolling stock, including the introduction of new wagon and technologies. This role requires working on a 12-hour shift, rotating roster basis.

 What You'll Do 

  • Wagon preventative maintenance, repairs and out of course maintenance
  • Wagon maintenance in-field, which would typically include unscheduled maintenance, recovery and collision damage work
  • Liaise with planners and contractors in addition to supervisors, other maintainers and terminal operators on wagon issues; liaise with divisional planners/coordinators to coordinate wagon movements
  • Perform heating, cutting activities and welding
  • Operate mobile plant, equipment, vehicles and lifting equipment within work area
  • Wagon movements in the maintenance area as required using fixed and mobile equipment
  • Fabrication and assembly of components for repair, replacement or modification
  • Locomotive provisioning activities

What You'll Bring 

  • Safety mindset – we bring safety into every moment, every interaction, every day 
  • Trade background and qualifications will be highly regarded
  • Maintenance experience in related industries is desirable
  • Proven ability to work autonomously and as a part of a team is essential
  • Current C Class Drivers Licence is essential
  • Forklift and MR Drivers Licences are advantageous
  • Basic computer skills and general literacy required to carry out daily activities

Full training provided – bring a positive attitude, we'll teach the rest. 

Why join us?

At Pacific National we value diversity, inclusion, and the contribution of each team member. Our values underpin our commitment to create an inclusive culture where everyone is accepted.

Some of the benefits we offer are:

  • Paid parental leave
  • Discounted travel and insurance
  • Novated Leasing
  • Fitness Passport
  • Inclusive, values-driven culture 

We live by our Values: Make it Simple, Share More, Kindness, Gratitude, Curiosity, and Own It – helping us build strong connections and do our best work every day. 

Safely Every Day — That's Our Promise.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

Pacific National acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work live and rail.

Like to know more about Pacific National? 

Head to our website to find out more: Join Our Team | Careers & Culture at Pacific National 

Apply now and shape the future with us. Open Roles | Careers Across Australia | Pacific National 

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Applications close 17 November 2025

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